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    What is your opinion on editing human DNA?

    Scientists from around the world are convening in DC to discuss editing human DNA (sauce) for 3 days...we are pretty much at the point where its not a matter of if, but of when, why, and how much...

    Good idea? Bad idea? A bit of both?

    What should the limits be?
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    People don't have a very good reputation at genetic modification in the long term effects and they know so little about what the future may hold. There could be some short term benefits but what happens when they make a mistake? Who takes responsibility?
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      #3
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      I think it's a bad idea, since there will always be people who will try to make a profit out of such things or misuse it, f.e. to create superhumans to control others or something like that (Unless that superhuman is going to be Captain America, then I'm totally ok with it :P).

      But they are going to do this anyway. So if they do I really hope they will exclusively use it to help people, such as preventing certain diseases or disorders, like intellectual disabilities.

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        #4
        Re: What is your opinion on editing human DNA?

        Depends on the purpose. Are we trying to eliminate genetic defects? By all means, let's try for a healthier future.
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          Re: What is your opinion on editing human DNA?

          Originally posted by habbalah View Post
          Depends on the purpose. Are we trying to eliminate genetic defects? By all means, let's try for a healthier future.
          On one hand, I totally agree with this. Not only does it lessen suffering, it also (in the long run) is cheaper than treating some of these conditions over a lifespan.

          On the other hand, some of those genetic issues exist for a reason--sickle cell anemia, G6PD deficiency, even cystic fibrosis gene exist for a reason--they are evolutionary adaptations for specific populations that conferred an advantage for people in those population (carriers of the gene), from malaria resistance (sickle cell and G6PD deficiency) to typhoid resistance (cystic fibrosis gene carriers).

          Look at hemochromatosis, for example: http://www.theatlantic.com/health/ar...lls-us/266936/

          I think when this is done, it needs to be done very carefully...but that is something I am still pondering.
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            #6
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            Huge bucket of worms... We STILL argue over abortion! I still don't understand why they don't make it OK for under two months and be done with it and get on with other MORE important subjects, like steroids in Baseball, LOL. I saw today China bragging they already have the technology to clone humans... Like China needs help with population problems! I agree with two other posts about they are going to do it anyway and it would be great to correct defects, but how are they going to sterilize the experiment is a BIG question. Reminds me of Alien 3(?) with the clone of Ripley and the alien... We can have super wealthy people wanting neon glowing octopus gene kids, or better yet they can blend into the background in an instant. I've noticed recently that in the 21st century, people aren't required to take blood tests to see if they are incompatible to have kids like they use to for marriage licenses. People flip out over mascara on fuzzy bunnies. I think they should do it somehow to cure problems, like they do with particle accelerators looking for the God particle even though I cringe that they will try just one experiment too far and all matter will turn to energy and somewhere in the galaxy some aliens will go "oooh! look another super nova, I wonder what sparks those?"

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              #7
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              It can't be stopped. With the magic CRISPR (which always makes me think of a toaster) it isn't even expensive.

              It will be out of the hands of the well financed, and on the streets soon.

              My ultimate opinion is:

              This is gonna be interesting... I wonder what's gonna happen?
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                #8
                Re: What is your opinion on editing human DNA?

                First thing you know is a Penis enlargement spam ad...of course followed by some super Viagra(Wonder why that reminds me of Virgina?)

                Might start with humans getting a real heart and stop killing each other.
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                  Re: What is your opinion on editing human DNA?

                  Originally posted by anunitu View Post
                  First thing you know is a Penis enlargement spam ad...of course followed by some super Viagra(Wonder why that reminds me of Virgina?)

                  Might start with humans getting a real heart and stop killing each other.
                  Is this your wish-list?
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                    Re: What is your opinion on editing human DNA?

                    Only the part about a heart.
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                      #11
                      Re: What is your opinion on editing human DNA?

                      Maybe if we engineer all of our children to be intelligent, the USA will stop having such low test scores. Though we'll likely then have troubles with drug use and market oversaturation. Meh. I don't think the republican party is going to be in favor of letting us genetically alter humans anytime soon. Or the democratic party. Or the green party. Maybe the libertarians.

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                        #12
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                        I think we should engineer politicians so they stop shoving stupid tests down kid's throats.
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                          #13
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                          Originally posted by Herbert View Post
                          Maybe if we engineer all of our children to be intelligent, the USA will stop having such low test scores. Though we'll likely then have troubles with drug use and market oversaturation. Meh. I don't think the republican party is going to be in favor of letting us genetically alter humans anytime soon. Or the democratic party. Or the green party. Maybe the libertarians.
                          We'd probably have smarter kids if there was more money allocated to schools and an emphasis on education.
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                            #14
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                            Or just start firing bad teachers. There's that option.

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                              #15
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                              I myself think public officials need to focus on the public good,and much less on their political advantage that make them make decisions based on politics rather than what is right and good for the kids.
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