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Human genomic research and innovation are dependent on access to large quantities of data. The “open science” movement has thus gained momentum and fosters the sharing of personal data, datasets, and research results. In such a context, research participants are encouraged to share their genetic materials to support scientific progress as a common good and researchers are encouraged to share their data on the basis that it can maximise the use of a valuable resource, and also lead to more...

Objective, Coverage and Learning Outcomes:This workshop provides an analysis of important regulatory and case law developments that relate to health and healthcare in Hong Kong in 2021. The coverage is not intended to be comprehensive, but the intent is to promote professional deliberation and discussion on developments that are likely to be far-reaching. Accordingly, the aims (all pertaining to the jurisdiction of Hong Kong) are as follows: Review selected decisions of the Inquiry Panel of...

Master of Laws in Medical Ethics and Law – Information Sessions The Master of Laws in Medical Ethics and Law, or the LLM (MEL), is a ground-breaking cross-disciplinary Masters programme offered by the Faculty of Law of the University of Hong Kong. Prospective candidates are strongly urged and warmly invited to join the information sessions via Zoom to learn more about the programme, the requirements, class schedules and teaching formats. Identical Information SessionsDate: 19 January 2022...

Video recording (Click here to watch it on YouTube): The requirement of informed consent in healthcare and biomedical research tends to be construed and implemented in ways that are overtly individualistic and without adequate recognition of the attending social, cultural and religious conditions. Drawing from contributions in the edited monographs “Cross-Cultural and Religious Critiques of Informed Consent” and “Medical Decision-Making on Behalf of Young Children”, contributing authors and...