About this episode

Dr. Tara Sander Lee discusses the ethical implications of scientific research, particularly in relation to embryonic stem cell research and the use of AI in healthcare.

Dr. Tara Sander Lee is a Founding Board Member of SALT, Science Alliance for Life and Technology. She is a Science Advisor and Consultant who earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the Medical College of Wisconsin. She has over 30 years' experience in public policy, academic research and clinical medicine with an emphasis on the cause of pediatric disease There are numerous debates as to how far we can delve into scientific research and still hold to a system of ethics. Some say it really doesn't matter as long as it's for the common good. Take, for instance, embryonic stem cell research. Some will claim that since aborted baby tissue would otherwise go in the trash, it's fine to use it for experimentation. Others contend the use of fetal body parts from aborted babies in vaccines and treatment are also okay if others are being helped by it. Did you know there are labs that create human embryos solely for experiments? These embryos are usually destroyed once research is complete. Also, did you know aborted fetal tissue is still used in some medical studies? This research often happens without public awareness or consent. And what about the use of AI? AI tools are shaping choices…

People in this episode

Host: Jim Schneider

Guest: Dr. Tara Sander Lee

Topics covered

• scientific research
• ethics
• embryonic stem cell research
• public policy
• healthcare technology

Keywords

• embryonic stem cells
• fetal tissue
• AI in healthcare
• genetic screening
• public policy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SALT, Medical College of Wisconsin

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