My GeneSpace: Personalised Genetics – Are you ready to know your future? (Public Lecture, Durham University 3 May 2012)

Research Summary: Personalised Genetics Public Lecture

Event Type: Public lecture on personalised genomics and ethical implications

Date & Location: 3 May 2012, 18:00, Kenworthy Hall, St. Mary's College, Durham University

Primary Topics: Genetic pharmacy access, legal and ethical safeguards, genetic determinism in human life

Key Speakers: Prof. Sir John Burn (Newcastle), Prof. Deryck Beyleveld (Durham), Dr Robert Song (Durham)

Main Thesis: Genetic profiling availability raises questions about medical accessibility, legal frameworks, and philosophical implications of genetic predisposition.

Ethical Framework: Examination of safeguards needed for genomic data use and consideration of genetic determinism versus free will.

Attendance: Free; registration essential via IAS website or 0191 334 468

The Institute of Advanced Study, Durham Forum for Health and the Wolfson Reseach Institute are delighted to invite you to attend a joint public lecture

My GeneSpace: Personalised Genetics: Are you ready to know your future?
Thursday 3rd May 2012, 18:00
Kenworthy Hall, St. Mary’s College, Durham University

Professor Sir John Burn, Newcastle University: ‘Your genetic make-up may soon be available at your local pharmacy’

Professor Deryck Beyleveld, Durham University, ‘Your genes and the law – what legal and ethical safeguards should there be?’

Dr Robert Song, Durham University, ‘Are our lives pre-destined by our genes?’

Attendance is free but registration is essential here or at 0191 334 468.
Further information including lecture abstracts is available on the IAS web site.