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Scientists debate gene-editing for conservation amid call for IUCN moratorium on releasing modified species.
Scientists are using gene-editing to help species like corals and frogs survive climate change and disease, but a proposed IUCN moratorium on releasing modified organisms has sparked debate.
Supporters urge caution over uncertain ecological risks, citing past invasions by non-native species, while critics warn the pause could stall vital conservation research and funding.
The discussion centers on whether humanity should intervene in nature to prevent extinction, balancing urgent ecological threats against potential unintended consequences.
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Los científicos debaten la edición de genes para la conservación en medio de la llamada a la moratoria de la UICN sobre la liberación de especies modificadas.