Ethics in Biomedical Research

Synopsis: What constitutes ethical behavior in biomedical research? How does a researcher navigate the many complex issues modern science presents? These are some of the questions posed in this four-part presentation designed to help introduce and teach bioethics. Noted scientists and bioethicists offer their diverse views.

Includes the following topics: overview, animal subjects, genetic alteration, and scientific integrity. Additional resources: topic summaries, discussion questions, and PDFs of important documents referenced in the video.
Language: English
Country: United States
Year of release: 2006
Subjects: Biology; Medical sciences; Philosophy
Keywords: ethical issues; biomedical research

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