MPG Primer: Ethical Considerations in Genomics Research - 2024

Explore the ethical landscape of genomics research in this 44-minute lecture from the Medical and Population Genetics Primer series at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Delivered by Anna Lewis from Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, delve into the crucial ethical considerations that shape the field of genomics. Gain insights into the complex interplay between genetic research, human populations, and diseases. Examine topics such as human genetic variation, genotyping, DNA sequencing methods, statistics, and data analysis through an ethical lens. Designed for a diverse audience including research technicians, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and established investigators new to the field, this accessible presentation offers a comprehensive introduction to the ethical challenges and responsibilities in genomics research.