Dissecting Morality: What do Scientists Have To Say About Ethics? (Part 2)
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The New Eugenics of CRISPR Could Make Better People
Biologist Paul Knopfler: Scientists using a new form of technology called CRISPR could genetically modify human embryos. Potentially, parents could design their embryonic babies to have all kinds of quote upgrades - from altered physical appearance to stronger immune systems. "It's a tough question of what is better when we're talking about a human being," he says.
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