Genetically modified human embryo stirs criticism
Monday, May 12, 2008 - 16:42
in Biology & Nature
NEW YORK (AP) -- News that scientists have for the first time genetically altered a human embryo is drawing fire from some watchdog groups that say it's a step toward creating "designer babies."...
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