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12/07/2016 / By Ethan Huff

Genetically modified humans now a reality as China tests gene editing on people

Rejecting the inherent ability of the human immune system to naturally fight disease on its own, researchers out of China have taken nature to task by introducing a new set of genetic modification techniques that they claim will “enhance” the ability of the human body to attack and destroy cancer cells. According to reports, the […]

01/21/2016 / By Chris Draper

Biotech scientists now raising human–animal chimeras on U.S. farms

Despite a funding ban, several U.S. research facilities are moving forward with experiments that could produce human–animal chimeras. The possibility is fueled by scientists attempting to grow human organs inside animals like sheep and pigs. Approximately 20 animals have been impregnated with human organs in the last year under the watchful eyes of American universities. […]

09/09/2015 / By Mary Gardner

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition retracts unethical GMO study by dishonest biotech scientist

A researcher breached ethical regulations by publishing a paper which allegedly used ethical mis-steps to advance their study. The paper, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, used human subjects, including children. One of the complaints which led to the paper’s retraction was that the researchers were unable to provide appropriate documentation which clearly […]

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