Is adding human genes to monkeys ethical?
When scientists in China added human genes to monkeys, they were hoping to gain a better understanding of how human brains develop. In the process, they triggered an ethical debate over research that some say blurs the line between humans and animals.
The scientists behind the new research, which was published March 27 in the journal National Science Review, say genetically altered monkeys can advance our understanding of brain development, which could lead to new treatments for autism and other developmental disorders.
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What are your feelings on doing experiments on lesser lifeforms like insects, worms, etc? I condone doing experiments on Bronto because insects and worms are still sentient beings, bronto is just a mindless biological robot that is programmed to repeat right wing propaganda. Side: Ethical
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