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On the recordJune 15, 2015
Most of the scientific community members have been clear: the science and ethics of this new technology must be resolved in order to prevent dangerous abuses and unintended consequences.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Stressing the importance of addressing ethical concerns in genetic research.

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