Bioethics: Justice for All?

Catalog description

When and where the implications and practices of biological and environmental sciences meet ethics we have bioethics. This course introduces students to a variety of current issues in the biomedical and environmental sciences from the perspectives of science, technology, ethics and social justice. Students will read, discuss, and write about topics including genetics, biotechnology, reproductive technology, biomedical ethics, and environmental issues such as biodiversity and use (and abuse) of natural resources. In particular, this course will address the interactions between scientific technology, the environment, health, and social justice. Do we aim for justice for some, or justice for all? Senior standing required.