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Acquisition of Acquisition of Sangamo France (Tables) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020
Business Combinations [Abstract] |
Summary of Non-controlling Interest | Non-controlling interest as of December 31, 2020 was as follows (in thousands):
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Balance at beginning of year | $ | 185 |
Fair value of additional shares acquired | (927) |
Loss attributable to non-controlling interest | (126) |
Balance at end of year | $ | (868) |

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