At what point does human life begin and when does it end? Who is allowed to alter human genes and to what extent?
Discussing bioethics can be like an endless philosophical debate, one that many scientists and biotech firms would perhaps like to avoid. To them, bioethics can be the foe that hinders their progress.
According to Kyoto University law professor Ryuichi Ida, however, every member of society should regard bioethics as a basic universal principle that ensures technological development stays within bounds.