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Gene Editing and its Presence in Healthcare

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  • Divya Thota Polygence

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58445/rars.623

Keywords:

Genetics, DNA, Gene Editing, Gene Therapy, Healthcare

Abstract

What seemed like science fiction not long ago is now becoming a reality: scientists are
editing human DNA. Though it hasn’t been around for long, using gene editing to treat diseases
or enhance certain favorable traits has proven to be promising. While the idea is exciting to
most, the possibility of such a powerful tool has also sparked controversy in multiple arenas.
This paper will explore the prominent developments in gene editing and gene therapy, its
progress in healthcare, and the ethical debates that arise as a result.

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