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Area of Science:

Biomedical Ethics
Scientific Communication
Genetics

Background:

The birth of the first human germline gene editing babies by He Jiankui et al. was primarily communicated via social media.
This event occurred outside of traditional scientific review and approval processes.

Purpose of the Study:

To reflect on the role of social media in science.
To explore the strengths and weaknesses of social media in scientific discourse.
To consider applications for improving scientific review, approval, and engagement.

Main Methods:

Analysis of the communication surrounding the He Jiankui experiment.
Discussion of social media's impact on scientific norms.
Exploration of potential benefits and challenges of social media in science.

Main Results:

Social media plays an increasing role in scientific dissemination.
Significant challenges exist in managing social media's influence on scientific integrity.
Opportunities exist to leverage social media for greater transparency and public engagement.

Conclusions:

The case underscores the need for evolving frameworks to integrate social media into scientific practices.
Developing new social media applications could enhance scientific transparency, access, and public trust.
Addressing the challenges of social media is crucial for responsible scientific advancement.