> We'll be deciding that for future generations. I think this is only true for genetic modifications to germ cells or embryos, which is why the recent embryoni

> We'll be deciding that for future generations. I think this is only true for genetic modifications to germ cells or embryos, which is why the recent embryonic gene editing story [1] is so controversial. As far as I know, gene editing in somatic cells only affects the individual and not their offspring, unless that change somehow propagated itself to the genetic material in the gametes. (Disclaimer: this is in my field of interest but way outside of my field of expertise) [1] https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/embryo-gene-editing-experiment-reignites-ethical-debate/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/embryo-gene-editi...