Gene 'Fix' in Egg Prevents Inherited Diseases in Monkeys

But the technique is bound to be controversial if tried in humans, experts warn

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"This kind of work is going to cause people to be nervous and regulators to be really nervous," Grifo said, while defending the research. "Show me the harm," he said. "If you can make healthy babies, what is the harm?"

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