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In Breakthrough, Scientists Edit a Dangerous Mutation From Genes in Human Embryos
August 3, 2017/
Scientists for the first time have successfully edited genes in human embryos to repair a common and serious disease-causing mutation, producing apparently healthy embryos, according to a study published on Wednesday.
The research marks a major milestone and, while a long way from clinical use, it raises the prospect that gene editing may one day protect babies from a variety of hereditary conditions.
By PAM BELLUCK
