Scientists in Britain are awaiting approval to genetically modify human embryos for the first time as part of a research effort, which they hope will help them understand early stage life and improve fertility treatment, particularly the root causes of recurrent miscarriages.
http://www.theguardian.com/science/...sts-ready-to-genetically-modify-human-embryos
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