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. 2020 Apr 14;14(4):530-537.
doi: 10.1016/j.stemcr.2020.03.010.

Informed Consent for Human Embryo Genome Editing

Erica C Jonlin  1
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Informed Consent for Human Embryo Genome Editing

Erica C Jonlin. Stem Cell Reports. .

Abstract

In the event that human embryo genome editing is considered safe enough for the clinic, researchers will need to consider how to administer consent so that would-be recipients of edited embryos can make an informed decision. Informed consent will require truthfulness, sensitivity, regulatory compliance, and attention to the highest ethical standards.

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