Center for Bioethics: Indiana University

Ethics for the future of health and medicine

Founded in 2001, the IU Center for Bioethics is a gathering place for discussion, education, research, and collaboration in bioethics and related fields. Based at the IU School of Medicine, faculty from schools across IU - Indianapolis lead these efforts, guiding healthcare providers and researchers in their work and helping society confront important questions about health, science, and technology.

Research

Center faculty write and conduct research on bioethics, communication, policy, and other areas.

Education

Center faculty teach bioethics, responsible conduct of research, health law, medical humanities, and related topics.

Resources

The Center hosts talks, publishes a blog, and provides resources and consultations to researchers and others.

News from the Center

A picture of Dr. Mary Ott and Dr. Aaron Carroll.

Dr. Mary Ott and Dr. Aaron Carroll Moving to New Positions

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Dr. Ott is taking a new position at Mount Sainai and Dr. Carroll has taken a new position at AcademyHealth.

Bioethics and Conscience by Dr. Gaffney at IU Bioethics Grand Rounds

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Dr. Meg Gaffney delivers first IUCB Bioethics Grand Rounds of 2024!

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All IU Events

HEAL-R Health Equity Talks with Dr. Angela Campbell

Monday, August 12, 2024

2 p.m.—3 p.m.

We invite you to join HEAL-R for its upcoming monthly Health Equity Talks event! On Monday, August 12th, we will be hosting Dr. Angela G. Campbell for their presentation entitled “The Pregnancy ...Read more