Bioethics
From end-of-life decision making to genetically modified organisms, health care and biotechnology are raising crucial dilemmas for ethics.
At the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics, we work with hospitals, ethics committees, public health departments, and individual health care providers to develop practical approaches to hard problems. We deal with issues such as pandemics, health care for vulnerable patient populations, medically ineffective treatment, organ transplantation, and genetic testing. Out of our work, we have developed a rich set of articles, cases, and videos on all aspects of bioethics.
Reflections from an Intern
Briana Britton participated in a Center program that brings undergrads into hospitals to observe ethical issues first-hand.
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Ethics in the News
Do Clintons Receive Personal Benefit from Foundation?
Ann Skeet provides an ethical perspective on the Clinton Foundation.
Economic Leadership at G20 Summit
Kirk O. Hanson discusses China's opportunity for economic leadership at this year's G20 Summit.
Craigslist Founder Discusses Media Trustworthiness
Craigslist founder Craig Newmark comments on the need for indicators of trust in online content.