BIOL W3995 - Topics in Biology: Crossroads in Bioethics

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Columbia University in the City of New York

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Description:

This course examines both the underlying scientific principles of biotechnologies and the ethical controversies brought about by recent advances in biology and medicine. This course is designed to engage students in difficult dialogues around the scientific, social, legal, and bioethical issues related to emerging areas of biotechnology and medicine. Topics include human stem cell research, human cloning, genetically modified organisms, reproductive medicine (IVF and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis), neuroethics, and the impact of genetics on medicine. This discussion-based course is designed is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the interrelationship between biomedical technologies and bioethics.

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2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.columbia.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 854-1754

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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