WHO launches genome editing registry

The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a global registry to track research on human genome editing.

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WHO to begin working on gene editing research registry

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Gene-editing alliance releases bioethical framework

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Scientists want CRISPR regulation amid reports of foetus gene-editing

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Biotechnology

Gene-editing alliance releases bioethical framework

3 September 2019 An alliance of companies that use gene-editing technologies has released a bioethical framework, as controversy over gene-editing continues.

Asia-Pacific

Scientists want CRISPR regulation amid reports of foetus gene-editing

Africa

WHO to begin working on gene editing research registry