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The research will use a desktop method, which entails analysing the existing academic articles, reports or legal documents. The study will be done using qualitative data analysis methods. The first step of the research will include an inclusive review of the current literature on heritable human genome editing. This will enhance the understanding of the legal and ethical frameworks, public opinions, safety and efficacy, and the attitudes towards this technology in different jurisdictions. The second step will be to engage in a comparative analysis of legal frameworks on heritable human genome editing. This step will include an evaluation of the similarities and differences between legal frameworks, based on their definitions, regulations and their scope. The third step will be focusing on the ethical implications only. This step will include an in-depth analysis of the extent to which this technology is in line with human rights and dignity, and the potential risks and benefits of the use of this technology. The fourth and the last steps will include the development of recommendations for the regulation and governance of this technology. These steps will focus on harmonising the findings from the earlier steps and proposing a set of guidelines that may be useful in promoting the responsible and ethical use of heritable human genome editing. The theoretical approach in this study will follow the principle of justice, autonomy, and most importantly, human dignity and respect for human rights. The approach will also ascertain that the research outcomes will be applicable in various contexts and to all those involved.
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