Symposia

Global Perspectives on BioPolicy

Global Perspectives on BioPolicy
This series sought to explore key bioethical issues from a global perspective. Starting from a place of exploring the implications of a global biopolicy framework, focus was given to comparative approaches to preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) and European bioregulation and regimes.

People Power for the Third Millenium

People Power for the Third Millenium
The pace of development concerning the new emerging technologies shows no sign of slowing down. But how much do the general public really understand of what these technologies entail and what they are capable of achieving? Are the ethics surrounding these technologies developing at the same pace? This series sought to raise the profile of emerging technologies such as robotics and artificial intelligence, enhancement and transhumanism and the relationship these technologies have on democracy and the creation of public policy.

Celebrating the Body

Celebrating the Body
Celebrating the Body is a series of debates, symposia and publications for 2009. The series explores ways in which technology helps us enjoy embodied lives, through and despite our frailties. Symposia will address issues such as facial surgery and global organ trafficking. 

Revolution, Regulation and Responsibilities

Revolution, Regulation and Responsibilities
This 2010-2011 series will seek to initiate dialogue on questions pertaining to technology and democracy and the ethical, legal and social implications which arise as a result.

Living Longer: Who wants to live forever?

Living Longer: Who wants to live forever?
BioCentre was pleased to co-host this seminar on the topic of ageing with King’s College London (KCL)  Institute of Gerontology and UCL Grand Challenges of Wellbeing on Thursday 14th October 2010.

Living Longer: Should we try to live forever?

Living Longer: Should we try to live forever?
This seminar was the fourth in the ESRC funded Seminar Series The 'New' Ageing Populations: Mapping identities, health, needs and responses across the lifecourse, led by the Institute of Gerontology, King's College London, co-hosted with the Division of Research Strategy UCL, University of Surrey and BioCentre.

Future of Humanity 2.0: Are we ready for Humanity 2.0?

Future of Humanity 2.0: Are we ready for Humanity 2.0?
BioCentre thought leader teleconference series 2011–12 invited key thought leaders and commentators to share their ideas, opinions and comments on the future of humanity and give opportunity for other callers to ask questions and discuss the issues raised.