Genome Editing is a Threat to Human Diversity: Risks Outweigh the Benefits
The allure of manipulating the very fabric of life, our DNA, is undeniably tempting. The power to edit our genetic code, once confined to the realm of science fiction, now stands at the intersection of scientific advancement and ethical scrutiny. Genome editing, the revolutionary technology promising to eradicate genetic diseases and enhance human traits, is like a double-edged sword, capable of healing or causing harm. However, the potential consequences that echo in the corridors of our genetic future cast a shadow over the alluring promises it makes. In the annals of scientific progress, genome editing emerges as a technology with …