Geneva Statement on Heritable Human Genome Editing: The Need for Course Correction

Trends Biotechnol. 2020 Apr;38(4):351-354. doi: 10.1016/j.tibtech.2019.12.022. Epub 2020 Jan 31.

Abstract

As public interest advocates, policy experts, bioethicists, and scientists, we call for a course correction in public discussions about heritable human genome editing. Clarifying misrepresentations, centering societal consequences and concerns, and fostering public empowerment will support robust, global public engagement and meaningful deliberation about altering the genes of future generations.

Keywords: embryo; ethics; genome editing; germline; public engagement.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bioethical Issues
  • Embryo, Mammalian
  • Gene Editing / ethics*
  • Genome, Human / genetics*
  • Germ Cells
  • Humans