BIO-381 Research Ethics and Scientific Integrity (1)

This course uses real and hypothetical case studies to discuss ethical questions and dilemmas related to scientific research. Through readings, debates and discussions, students learn about a diverse array of ethical topics including research misconduct, bias, collaboration, reproductive ethics, animal/human subjects, conflicts of interest, publication/peer review, genomics, privacy, whistleblowing, stem cells and data management. Prerequisite: junior standing.