Mitochondrial replacement moratorium should be reconsidered, researchers say

Mothers with mitochondrial DNA mutations often give birth to children who face incurable and fatal illnesses. But a much-studied form of mitochondrial replacement (MR) could prevent the transmission of such diseases from mothers to children, researchers say. Law schools therefore urge the US to allow for the replacement of mutation-bearing mitochondria to prevent fatal illnesses in children.

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