First Gene-Edited Babies

In a groundbreaking and controversial moment for science, the world's first gene-edited babies were born in China. This event sent shockwaves through the scientific community and sparked intense ethical debates. Dr. He Jiankui, the scientist behind this revolutionary experiment, claimed to have altered the DNA of twin girls to make them resistant to HIV. While the potential for genetic engineering to prevent diseases is tantalizing, it raises profound questions about the limits of human intervention in nature. Are we opening Pandora's box? What are the long-term consequences of editing human embryos? As we stand on the precipice of a new era in genetic modification, we must grapple with the immense responsibility and ethical implications that come with the power to reshape the human genome.

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