Scientists have created synthetic human embryos. Now we must consider the ethical and moral quandaries

  • Written by: Kathryn MacKay, Senior Lecturer in Bioethics, University of Sydney
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Researchers have created synthetic human embryos using stem cells, according to mediareports. Remarkably, these embryos have reportedly been created from embryonic stem cells, meaning they do not require sperm and ova.

This development, widely described as a breakthrough that could help scientists learn more about human development and...

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