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- Should We Use Science to Edit Human Life? Watch the Debate
Posted on April 29, 2026
Gene editing of human embryos could prevent serious genetic disease and improve quality of life in unprecedented ways. But it also raises major ethical concerns. - Apply Now: Hastings Center 2026-27 Sadler Scholars Cohort
Posted on April 28, 2026
The Hastings Center for Bioethics invites applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of Sadler Scholars from advanced doctoral students in the United States. - 2026 Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards Announced
Posted on April 14, 2026
The Hastings Center for Bioethics and the Cunniff-Dixon Foundation are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards. They recognize physicians who provide exceptional care... - New in Bioethics Briefings: AI in Healthcare
Posted on March 31, 2026
AI is quickly becoming a fixture in modern medicine. It writes clinical notes, answers patients’ messages, assists diagnoses, and even offers mental health support. But how much of healthcare should... - Navigating “Wicked” Disagreement in Public Health
Posted on February 19, 2026
Public health is now facing a kind of disagreement that’s particularly hard to resolve. In the past, people argued about values (“Should the government do this?”) or facts (“Does this... - Bioethics Chats: James Giordano
Posted on February 9, 2026
Giordano, an expert on the use of neurocognitive science and technology in military and intelligence operations, discusses the ethical questions raised by the convergence of AI and neuroscience, noting the “dual use” for therapy and for weapons of war. “Ethics requires courage to examine issues that others may avoid,” he says.
