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The Ethics of Scientific Discovery with E. Paul Zehr (part 1)
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Dr. E. Paul Zehr is a neuroscientist, a biomedical researcher, and a professor in the University of Victoria’s School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education. He teaches kinesiology and neuroscience and his research focuses primarily on understanding neuromuscular plasticity; the ability of the human body to recover after neurological traumas. He also believes in the need for science to communicate to society in an approachable way. In this episode, Zehr talks about the ethical concerns facing scientific research and discovery. The ethics of everything from medical studies to gene editing to artificial intelligence. Though most research begins with the best intentions, in a society where discoveries and advancements can be made so quickly, how can we be sure what the best options are for the results? Zehr hopes that his books will help bring more people in to the discussion, encouraging everybody to get involved with ethical decision-making. He includes tips on how this can be achieved. Some of Zehr’s books include Becoming Batman, Inventing Iron Man, Project Superhero, and Creating Captain America. To learn more about Dr. E. Paul Zehr, visit: www.zehr.ca
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Dr. E. Paul Zehr is a neuroscientist, a biomedical researcher, and a professor in the University of Victoria’s School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education. He teaches kinesiology and neuroscience and his research focuses primarily on understanding neuromuscular plasticity; the ability of the human body to recover after neurological traumas. He also believes in the need for science to communicate to society in an approachable way. In this episode, Zehr talks about the ethical concerns facing scientific research and discovery. The ethics of everything from medical studies to gene editing to artificial intelligence. Though most research begins with the best intentions, in a society where discoveries and advancements can be made so quickly, how can we be sure what the best options are for the results? Zehr hopes that his books will help bring more people in to the discussion, encouraging everybody to get involved with ethical decision-making. He includes tips on how this can be achieved. Some of Zehr’s books include Becoming Batman, Inventing Iron Man, Project Superhero, and Creating Captain America. To learn more about Dr. E. Paul Zehr, visit: www.zehr.ca
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