The statement says the group wasn't able to agree on what, if any, applications might justify editing human embryos, sperm, or eggs for reproductive purposes. (sciencemag.org)
The first work attempting to edit human embryos grabbed headlines last week. (newscientist.com)
For example, the team that edited human embryos earlier this year saw no off - target effects, thanks to prep work aimed at keeping CRISPR on a shorter leash. (discovermagazine.com)