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Scientist who gene-edited babies is back in lab and ‘proud’ of past work despite jailing (www.theguardian.com)

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[–] Hirom@beehaw.org 1 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

Because using children as guinea pigs is unethical. The cure is uncertain and there are known risks.