Bioethical issues from a global perspective.
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.
Held: Friday 16th March 2007
Towards a global policy? The UNESCO Universal Declaration on Bioethics and Human Rights
BioCentre's first symposium of the 2007 series was the first public discussion of the UNESCO Universal Declaration on Bioethics & Human Rights. Those who participated in the discussion included UNESCO's chief bioethics official, Prof. Jan Helge Solbakk.
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Held: Tuesday 1st May 2007
Comparative European Approaches to PGD
Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) is a technique that has resulted from various developments in the fields of reproductive and genetic technologies. It involves the testing of embryos produced through in vitro fertilisation (IVF) for the presence of a range of genetic disorders. It may be considered as an early form of prenatal diagnosis.
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Held: Tuesday 6th November 2007
Comparative Approaches to European Bio-regimes & Regulations
BioCentre convened an assessment of the diverse perspectives within Europe on bio-regulation, informed by key representatives from across the continent.
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