Bioethics Observatory - Institute of Life Sciences

Bioethics Observatory - Institute of Life Sciences The Bioethics Observatory of the Catholic University of Valencia publishes reports on bioethical dilemmas in biomedicine and scientific research.

The Institute of Life Sciences was constituted within the University Catholic of Valencia (Spain) in 2005 and within it, the Bioethics Observatory. We publish news with extensive reference material on bioethical issues, which are updated as new information becomes available. It is also a dynamic means of communication with our readers to reflect on these topics.

Human genetic enhancement is generating a bioethical debate due to the possibility of modifying human beings not only to...
25/06/2026

Human genetic enhancement is generating a bioethical debate due to the possibility of modifying human beings not only to cure diseases, but also to improve their physical or cognitive abilities.



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Following the recent passing of Craig Venter, we invite you to learn about his legacy as a pioneer in the development of...
01/06/2026

Following the recent passing of Craig Venter, we invite you to learn about his legacy as a pioneer in the development of synthetic biology.

The recent death of J. Craig Venter prompts a reflection on the legacy of one of the most influential figures in the contemporary genomics revolution. From the intense scientific rivalry that marked the Human Genome Project to the development of synthetic biology, his career epitomizes the shift fro...

27/04/2026

International experts gathered at the congress on "Synthetic Biology and the Human Future" of the Catholic University of Valencia and analyzed the possibilities, limits and bioethical challenges posed by gene editing and the creation of organoids.

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