What does IGM stand for?

Inheritable Genetic Modification

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128) Nations have since taken varying stances on the subject of gene therapies, ranging from an all out prohibition on inheritable genetic modification (129) to allowing germ line (inheritable) modification research if it is backed by private funding.

Policing future nontherapeutic applications of genetic enhancement ...

Germline modification An alteration to genes in eggs, sperm, or early embryos that is passed on to succeeding generations; also called inheritable genetic modification.

Our biopolitical future: four scenarios; Emerging genetic ...

Inheritable genetic modification and a brave new world: did Huxley have it wrong?

Research and Markets: Increasing Concerns in Relation to Genetics and ...

As "non-traditional" families finally bring legitimacy to social parenting, proponents of inheritable genetic modification tell us not only that we can pre-determine the natures of our children, but that cloning is the only means by which gays and lesbians can become real parents.

What human genetic modification means for women: supporters of the ...