Public Forum – Designing the Genes of Future Generations
Thought this may be of interest with all the input on Erin’s article.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008 (7:30PM)
The Michelin Theatre, Discovery Centre, 1593 Barrington Street
Sponsored by Novel Tech Ethics (Dalhousie University) & the Discovery Centre
Admission: Seating is limited. Contact 494-2873 or register at http://www.noveltechethics.ca/site_events.php?page=320 in advance to reserve your free ticket.
As screening for genetic abnormalities becomes more and more prevalent as part of prenatal care and assisted human reproduction, we open up a host of important and contentious ethical questions. Will we be able to change the genetic makeup of our offspring in the future? Should we try to do so now, or in the future? What sorts of genetic conditions should we allow ourselves to seek to prevent, alter or enhance now or when it becomes possible to do so in the future? Why? Who all might be affected, positively or negatively by these practices? What should our way forward be with these technologies? Come participate in a panel discussion lead by experts in the field that will cover issues relating to the science and ethics of reprogenetics.
Panelists:
Catherine Clute, Patient Representative, Meredith Schwartz, Philosopher & Bioethicist, Linda Hamilton, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
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erinh said,
March 28, 2008 at 1:15 pm
Thanks for sharing this… it looks really interesting – I am going to see if there are still tickets available!
Fiona said,
March 30, 2008 at 2:12 am
I hadn’t heard about this…thanks for bringing it to my attention. I’d love to attend if my schedule permits!