New Delhi, July 21 -- Summary IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi to decide on use of genetic tools in conservation

The question has divided the scientific community, with some saying the technology will be needed to save dying species

More than a 100 scientists opposed the ban in a letter

Experts opposing ban advocate the adoption of a more balanced approach such as Motion 087, which proposes adaptive, policy-oriented ways of using synthetic biology

In October, world leaders will meet in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to vote on a big question that could change how we protect nature forever: Should we ban genetic technology in conservation?

The battle centers on Motion 133, which wants to stop all research using synthetic...