This partnership aims to promote public participation and dialogue on issues relating to ethical aspects of new genetic science.
Site Address:
1140 Timberline Drive
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
Site Contact:
Greg Fowler, Executive Director
Phone: 503-636-3627
Email: gfowler@geneforum.org
Faculty Contact:
Lisa Weasel, Assistant Professor, Department of Biology
Phone: 503-725-3862
Email: lisaw@pdx.edu
Project Description:
This partnership aims to promote public participation and dialogue on issues relating to ethical aspects of new genetic science. The science of genetics is increasingly impacting people's lives, yet the public lacks tools and avenues to participate in policy and ethics dialogues on these issues. The desired goal is to promote public participation and dialogue in the arena of new genetic technologies, in particular the social and ethical ramifications of such technologies.
Project Website: geneforum.org
Type of Partnership: Community-based Learning Academic Course
Partnership Frequency: On-going, multi-year, multi-term partnership
Student Commitment: 15 students, 10 hours per week
Partnership Began: 1/1/2003
Partnership Ended: On-going