US startup offers embryo IQ screening, sparking ethical concerns

System User, Published on Oct 18th, 2024

US startup offers embryo IQ screening, sparking ethical concerns

Heliospect Genomics, a US startup, offers wealthy couples the option to screen embryos for traits like IQ, height, and mental illness, raising ethical concerns about genetic enhancement. Using polygenic scoring, the company charges up to $50,000 for embryo selection. Experts worry about social inequality and the moral implications of such controversial technology.

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