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Audio long read: The controversial embryo tests that promise a better baby

Audio long read: The controversial embryo tests that promise a better baby

FromNature Podcast


Audio long read: The controversial embryo tests that promise a better baby

FromNature Podcast

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Nov 4, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Companies are offering genetic tests of embryos generated by in vitro fertilization that they say allow prospective parents to choose those with the lowest risk for diseases such as diabetes or certain cancers. However, some researchers are concerned about the accuracy and ethics of these tests.This is an audio version of our Feature: The controversial embryo tests that promise a better baby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
Nov 4, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Nature Podcast brings you the best stories from the world of science each week. We cover everything from astronomy to zoology, highlighting the most exciting research from each issue of Nature journal. We meet the scientists behind the results and providing in-depth analysis from Nature's journalists and editors.