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- 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. - Bioethics Chats: Travis Rieder
Posted on January 8, 2026
Travis N. Rieder, PhD, is an associate research professor at the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, where he directs the Master of Bioethics degree program. He is a Hastings... - 2025 Highlights
Posted on December 22, 2025
It has been a year of meeting the moment–responding to the ethical issues of today–and anticipating those that are around the corner. We are grateful to our readers and supporters... - Big Question Series Moves to PBS
Posted on December 8, 2025
Throughout the year, The Hastings Center for Bioethics collaborated with the Museum of Science in Boston on five videos in the popular Big Question series featuring Hastings Center President Vardit Ravitsky in... - Watch the Webinar–Testing Embryos: How Far Should We Go?
Posted on December 4, 2025
Embryo testing is advancing fast—but how far is too far? How and where do we draw the line between preventing disease and selecting for “desirable” traits? What are the ethical... - Hastings Center Welcomes New Board Members
Posted on November 24, 2025
Four international leaders in healthcare, medicine, and AI entrepreneurship have joined the board of directors of The Hastings Center for Bioethics. “They are highly accomplished innovators in their fields who...
