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JNCI Journal of the National Cancer Institute 2000 92(3):188-190; doi:10.1093/jnci/92.3.188
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Journal of the National Cancer Institute, Vol. 92, No. 3, 188-190, February 2, 2000
© 2000 Oxford University Press

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Gene Therapy in Europe: New Initiatives Seek Streamlined Debate

John Illman

While gene therapy protocols recently have come under close scrutiny in the United States, gene alteration in general is a politically charged issue for much of Europe. Two recently announced initiatives—one in the United Kingdom and one Europe-wide—aim to streamline debate and may potentially have a major influence on human gene therapy in Europe.

Last May, the U.K. government appointed a Human Genetics Commission that will meet for the first time in February. According to a press release from the U.K. government, the commission will "analyze current and potential developments in human genetics and advise ministers on their likely impact on human health; and on their social, ethical, legal, and economic implications."

The commission is also taking over the responsibilities of three other regulatory . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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