Biomedical Ethics

Conducting empirical and philosophical research into the ethical and societal issues raised by medical technologies - particularly focusing on children - including genetic, assisted reproductive and surgical technologies.

The core research of the group includes the ethical and social implications of genomic medicine, emerging assisted reproductive technologies, stem cell science, and public healthcare spending.

We produce academic publications and presentations; ethical guidelines, policies, and procedures; and public engagement pieces. They also supervise research students and take part in ethics education and training.