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The ethics of embryology: ‘Ensoulment’, the 14-day limit and co-operation with evil

Matters of Life and Death

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Ethics of Embryo Research and CRISPR Technology

This chapter examines the advancements in embryonic research, focusing on synthetic embryos and the contentious use of CRISPR gene-editing technology. It highlights the ethical dilemmas surrounding germline editing, including potential long-term consequences and the risks of unintended genetic mutations.

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