Chinese scientist who genetically edited babies - could face death penalty

"Chinese scientist who created the world’s first genetically edited babies is living under armed guard and could face the death penalty"

"he had altered embryos for seven couples during fertility treatment to protect them against contracting HIV, leading to the birth of two twin girls with engineered DNA."

" Chinese government has launched an investigation into his work. He has been confined to a state owned apartment"

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