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CRISPR

Ethics of gene editing must be decided by each one of us

Our DNA is similar but our societal values are not, which will make it difficult to reach concensus

  • Sheetal Soni
9 min read
Concern about the cost of carelessly pursuing genome modification is well-founded, but we should be equally wary of the cost of being too cautious. (Madelene Cronje)
BONGINKOSI SHOZI

A moratorium will not address ethical concerns about gene editing

If we take our commitment to the liberty of the individual seriously, we must accept that people should be allowed to use this technology

  • Bonginkosi Shozi
7 min read
Yes
GENE EDITING

Yes, edit our genes – but do it cautiously

We can now control our species genetic future but this power is ‘awesome and terrifying’

  • Sheetal Soni
6 min read
The concern raised is that it may have unanticipated effects. Do we know for certain what the effects on edited persons and their progeny will be? No. (Thomas Mukoya/Reuters)
BEVERLEY TOWNSEND

Gene editing is risky, but it is worth it

By embarking on this new and daunting path, we are taking on incredible new responsibility

  • Donrich Thaldar
  • Beverley Townsend
3 min read