Description

Although once the stuff of science fiction, applications of gene-editing technologies are no longer improbable hypotheticals. Genetically modified humans are now among us. This presentation explores the constitutional issues raised by the applications of emerging gene-editing technologies through the arguments for and against the recognition of a fundamental right to edit humanity.

In her research, Alexandra Foulkes Grafton, J.D., M.S., combines her background in neuroscience, law, and bioethics to examine the social implications of emerging biomedical technologies in neuroscience and genomics. Her work on the legal implications of genomic technologies was recently selected for presentation at the Association of American Law Schools’ annual meeting and the North Carolina Law Review’s annual symposium. Ms. Grafton is currently serving as a term law clerk for the Honorable Timothy D. DeGiusti and will go on to clerk for the Honorable Carolyn King of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals before starting her position with Susman Godfrey, LLP.

Drinks and cookies will be served, but you also may bring a lunch to enjoy.

1.0 hour CLE credit anticipated.

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Speakers

Alexandra Foulkes Grafton, J.D., M.S.

CLE

1.0

Cost

Free for FBA members and government attorneys.

$20 for non-FBA members.

 Payment via PayPal invoice sent to your email address upon registration. 

RSVP

RSVP to attend here or by emailing robramana@gmail.com by January 29, 2020.