After a Medical Breakthrough, Are We One Step Closer to Designer Babies? Listen Download Embed Share Share this on Facebook (Opens in a new window) Share this on Twitter (Opens in a new window) Share this via Email Scientists in Oregon have edited the genes of human embryos for the first time, opening the door to helping babies avoid inherited diseases. But ethical concerns abound. ( Wong Maye-e / AP Images ) Produced by Alexandra Botti Hosted by Todd Zwillich Produced by PRI and WNYC