Big data is revolutionising the way the economy, science and society operates. In healthcare, the use of genomic data has been a bone of contention due to its issues surrounding privacy and ethics. Yet, it is fast becoming one of the most intriguing and fascinating realms of modern medicine, and […]
Read MoreMichael Szego, Clinical Ethicist, Centre for Clinical Ethics reflects on his journey from completing his PhD with Prof. Roderick McInnes to earning a Master of Health Science in Bioethics and launching his career that brings together clinical consultations, policy development, education, and research. Michael highlights eureka moments in his career […]
Read MoreMichael Szego, Centre for Clinical Ethics at the University of Toronto and the Personal Genome Project ethicist, says the program is very clear they can not promise any kind of confidentiality or privacy in this project. Watch video: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/life-video/ethicist-details-principles-that-guide-massive-genome-project/article6472045/
Read MoreOn May 9, 2002, Canada’s Minister of Health introduced in the House of Commons the Act Respecting Assisted Human Reproduction. The Act is seen by many, including the Health Minister as “middle-of-the-road” legislation because, on the one hand, it prohibits the creation of embryo clones not only for reproduction but […]
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