Scientists decided to give parents the opportunity to independently choose the appearance of future children
In Britain, scientists have learned to edit genes. This discovery will help parents in the near future. independently choose the appearance of their future children.
The essence of the discovery lies in the deduction and new use of technology that allows changing the structure of the DNA molecule of a human embryo.
Worldwide, genetic modification of human DNA is considered unethical and morally unacceptable. Until recently, this was the case in the United Kingdom.
Now science and society in England have become more loyal in matters of genetics, and therefore the Nuffield Council on Bioethics decided allow genome modification, but with the prerequisite that it will not lead to social inequality.
Now, the method of making adjustments to the germ DNA molecules (the method of pre-implantation genetic diagnosis) is used for the treatment and prevention of severe hereditary diseases - couples who agree on IVF with genetic expertise and correction of embryos have clear medical indications for such a selection.
International practice prohibits the use of this method to select the sex or appearance of the child.
Now British experts admit the possibility of using the method for cosmetic purposes. With their help, the authors claim the development, You can choose the height and color of the eyes of the unborn child, as well as hair color and some characteristic features of the appearance.
The findings of scientists presented to the WHO (World Health Organization). If her experts accept the argument, the method of correcting the appearance of future children will not be considered unethical interference with the genome; allow for widespread use in all countries of the world who want to join the recommendations of WHO.
