B.A. (Hons), M.A. (Monash), Ph.D. (Melb)
Department of Philosophy
University of Melbourne, Australia
John Paul II Institute for the Study of Marriage and Family
Melbourne, Australia
Is it morally acceptable to transform an animal zgote by introducing human DNA into its genome so that the developing embryo inherits some human biological characteristics?
Date posted: 2008-02-21
The question of so-called "prenatal adoption" or "embryo rescue" divides people of good faith committed to protecting human life. Part of the confusion is the effect of separating the procreative from the unitive dimensions of marriage. The technology of separating the procreative from the unitive imperils nascent human life and is contrary to the dignity of the embryo, of man and of woman, and their union, through its dominance over the generative process and the new life.
Date posted: 2003-11-27