Gene editing in humans brings up some important ethical issues. Let’s break them down:
Fairness: Not everyone will have the same access to gene editing technology. This could lead to more inequality between rich and poor people.
Unexpected Effects: Sometimes, gene editing can cause problems we didn’t see coming. These off-target effects could lead to new genetic issues in people.
Consent Problems: When we edit the genes of embryos (which are early-stage babies), it raises questions about consent. How can we get permission from future individuals who will be affected by these changes?
Moral Concerns: There’s a worry about creating "designer babies" who have specific traits. This raises big questions about what is right and wrong.
To help with these challenges, it’s really important to have strong rules and to involve the public in discussing these ethical questions.
Gene editing in humans brings up some important ethical issues. Let’s break them down:
Fairness: Not everyone will have the same access to gene editing technology. This could lead to more inequality between rich and poor people.
Unexpected Effects: Sometimes, gene editing can cause problems we didn’t see coming. These off-target effects could lead to new genetic issues in people.
Consent Problems: When we edit the genes of embryos (which are early-stage babies), it raises questions about consent. How can we get permission from future individuals who will be affected by these changes?
Moral Concerns: There’s a worry about creating "designer babies" who have specific traits. This raises big questions about what is right and wrong.
To help with these challenges, it’s really important to have strong rules and to involve the public in discussing these ethical questions.