Why human cloning is back on the agenda

Ever wanted to be a new you? Recent developments in cloning mean that day might be possible without therapy, a new diet or fitness regime. A scientific breakthrough this week in cloning a monkey embryo brings the possibility of curing genetic diseases, growing new organs and even making a carbon copy of human beings one step closer.

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