The Science, Ethics & Governance of Human Genome Editing

Virtual sessions (2 hour online talks and discussion sessions) during: - week starting June 12: 'Introduction to the Programme (brief history of genome editing (science, ethics and governance)' - week starting June 19: 'Introduction to the Science' - week starting June 26: 'Introduction to the Ethics' - week starting July 3: 'Introduction to the Law and Governance' - week starting July 10: 'Building capacities (argumentation, speaking, presenting)' In addition, there will be additional online events as part of the "EGE Online Ethics of Genome Editing Research Unit’s Online Engagement Series" featuring exciting discussions by international experts in the ethics of human genome editing. Explore the ethical implications of Human Genome Editing, including the scientific and medical possibilities, various ethical approaches and options for its effective governance and regulation.

Application Deadline

Virtual Part starting date 2023-06-12

Virtual Part closing date 2023-07-14

Total student workload 90

Specific field of studies This Programme touches upon science, ethics and law/governance, but with an overall priority on the ethical issues arising in human genome editing.

Pre-requisite for selection CV Motivation Letter

Academic pre-requisites for applicants '- Some academic knowledge and experience of human genome editing (eg science, philosophy, law, ethics, medicine, etc). - Relevant classes or other activities undertaken. - Good academic past performance. - Ability to articulate your thoughts and reasoning in a clear and friendly manner. - An ability to listen to all sides of an argument

Physical Part starting date 2023-07-27

Physical Part Description The physical event will take place in the Konferenzzentrum University of Tübingen – 27th-31st July. Each day will be a mix of lecture and deliberative workshops under the following themes. - Thursday 27th July – ‘The Science - current and future possibilities’ (incl. the Gene and RNA Therapy Center (GRTC)) - Friday 28th July – ‘Ethical and social justice issues arising from human genome editing' - Saturday 29th July – ‘Law, Governance and Public Engagement’ - Sunday 30th July - ‘Tübingen Excursion - city of ethics’ (incl. walking/boating tour, visit to the Castle Museum) - Monday 31st July – Visiting Student presentations, followed by event dinner The one-day symposium will allow students to present their work in a friendly symposium atmosphere.

Physical Part closing date 2023-07-31

Language level required B2

Field of studies related to the course Medicine and Health Social Science and Humanities Law

Course location Tübingen, Germany

Course language English