Lecture

Ethical Issues of Human Biological Research

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Description

This lecture delves into the ethical issues surrounding human biological research, focusing on the case of HeLa cells. It covers the discovery and cultivation of the first human cell line, Henrietta Lacks' story, and the implications of using her cells without consent. The lecture also discusses the challenges of obtaining informed consent from vulnerable populations and the importance of protecting privacy and genetic information in research. Furthermore, it explores the value of biological material, the interests of relatives in genetics, and the ethical considerations of using body parts for research purposes.

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Biology

Genetics: Human genetics

Philosophy

Ethics: Topics in ethics

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