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Jürgen Habermas: a prophetic voice in the face of contemporary excesses in bioethics
The death of Jürgen Habermas on 14 March at the age of 96 marks the passing of one of Europe’s great philosophical minds, whose work has consistently shed light on the ethical challenges of modernity, particularly in the field of science and technology. A leading figure in critical philosophy, Habermas profoundly influenced...
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Towards high-tech embryo selection: Nucleus Embryo or the unlimited choice of the perfect child
The American company Nucleus Genomics now offers parents genetic optimization as an additional tool to increase the chances of their child being healthy. The new Nucleus Embryo technology allows parents who are...
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Pre-conception screening: Is it necessary to know everything before conceiving a child ?
Carrier screening is a test carried out before conception for couples who are at risk of passing on a genetic disease to their offspring. Ghent University Hospital recently asked the government to reimburse the cost of...