Australia: Cloning, Genetic Selection, Gene Therapy
By Biotechnology Australia,
Biotechnology Australia
| 01. 01. 2002
|
Morally acceptable?
|
Yes
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No
|
|
Human cloning
|
-
|
82
|
| Genetic testing of embryos |
54
|
-
|
| Correction of genetic disorders for embryos |
74
|
-
|
| Gene therapy to cure genetic diseases |
77
|
-
|
- Survey population: 1000 adult Australians
- Conducted by Market Attitude Research Services
- Source: "Increasing public support for stem cell use," Biotechnology Australia (July 7, 2003)
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