Gene Editing Ghosts in China's Medical Research The recent revelation of a six year old girl's death in a Chinese gene editing trial has raised questions about the country's prioritization of scientific progress over ethics and transparency.
The incident, which occurred in 2025, was not disclosed in related research published by neuroscientist Zilong Qiu, who led the experiment.
Shanghai Jiao Tong University is investigating the matter, but its swift action only scratches the surface of deeper concerns about China's medical research norms.