Bioethics
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Study sheds light on importance of comprehension when obtaining consent
A study from Vanderbilt’s Center for Biomedical Ethics and Society is bringing renewed focus on the concept of comprehension of informed consent for research purposes. Read MoreJun 6, 2019
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VUMC part of national effort to improve genomic science laws, regulations
Experts in medicine and the law at the University of Minnesota and Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) are leading a national effort to analyze and recommend improvements in genomic law. Read MoreJun 16, 2016
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Landmark report urges caution before releasing gene drive-modified organisms
A new report released this week raises questions about “gene drives,” a biological process that can profoundly and rapidly alter the characteristics of entire species. Read MoreJun 9, 2016
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Vanderbilt law professor gives input to first report from White House commission on bioethics
Nita Farahany The Presidential Commission for the Study of Bioethical Issues released its first report Thursday focusing on the emerging field of synthetic biology. Vanderbilt associate professor of law and philosophy Nita Farahany is on the bioethics commission. Read MoreDec 16, 2010