Baird (2007) examines reasoning behind both sides regarding the ethics of reproductive technology, a debate which progressed with the invention of pre-implantation genetic diagnosis. Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis …show more content…
CRISPR-Cas9 has already been utilized by Liang et al. (2015) in an attempt to modify a gene that would cause the potentially fatal blood disorder, β-thalassaemia. While the technology was not yet at the level of efficiency for complete success, it showed great potential. Istvan (2015) suggests that gene editing is ethical because ethics in science is connected to what will help a human being achieve a higher quality of life. Istvan (2015) argues that since gene editing holds potential for the elimination of negative hereditary disorders and can overall greatly improve human health, it is ethical. According to Istvan (2015), genetic engineering could allow for a positive rebirth of the whole system of …show more content…
Similarly, Istvan (2015) argues that the ability to edit embryos is a parental right, and it must be allowed so that parents can do what they think will allow their child to flourish. He says that we all have the right to make choices that advance quality of life, free from governmental interference, as long as these choices do not harm anyone else. In his opinion, this includes gene editing because it will be helpful, not harmful to the parents and child.
While many people opposed to gene editing argue the harmful effects on society it may bring, Regalado (2015) considers the way in which enhanced individuals could positively change society. If cognitive ability was increased, even if in a small number of people, Regalado (2015) says, the level and amount of technological innovation and innovations would also increase. This is a positive effect that allowing gene editing would have on society; an increased number of intelligent and creative individuals could change the world for the