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The main issue is that evolutionary pressures have optimized for and against certain things that have fragile interplay of consequences with other genes. While
by 1letterunixname 3y ago
The main issue is that evolutionary pressures have optimized for and against certain things that have fragile interplay of consequences with other genes.
While it will become possible to restore auto-synthesis functionality, there are unknown risks associated with germ line edits reengineering Vit C or essential AA synthesis.
It's currently illegal to do so in 70 countries. Specific, very positive beneficial edits that protect against infections, malnutrition, or pathological diseases should be allowed.