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Inheritable genetic modification (IGM) means modifying the genes passed on to future generations. Although it is commonly used in experimentation with animals, IGM has not been attempted with humans. It would allow the creation and transmission of novel phenotypic traits, and would be by far the most consequential type of human genetic modification.  

Many countries have adopted policies prohibiting IGM.  Many more, however, have no policies in place addressing this practice. 

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