Phrases with «germline editing»

Germline editing refers to the process of making intentional changes to the genes that are passed on to future generations. This means altering the DNA of eggs, sperms, or embryos which can affect an individual's hereditary traits and potentially influence the traits of their offspring. Full definition

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Sentences with «germline editing»

«We need a halt on anything that approaches germline editing in human embryos,» Lanphier, who is also chief executive of Sangamo, told Nature's news team. (scientificamerican.com)
Debate about so - called germline editing of eggs, sperm and embryos has been going on for decades, but it has come to a head in recent years with the development of a powerful new gene - editing technology called Crispr - Cas9 that can make extremely precise edits to DNA and which was used by the Chinese team and would be used by the British team. (washingtonpost.com)
Its participants released a statement concluding that it would be «irresponsible» for researchers to move forward with clinical human germline editing until its risks and benefits were better known, and there was «broad societal consensus» on its use. (aaas.org)
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Phrases with «germline editing»

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