UNC Bioethics

UNC Bioethics The UNC Center for Bioethics facilitates research, education and consultation on ethical issues in biomedical research and health care.

The Center is sponsored by the UNC School of Medicine, but includes faculty from and partnerships with programs across the University and the UNC Health Care System.

Join us this fall for a series of engaging discussions featuring leading scholars exploring topics in care, communicatio...
08/06/2026

Join us this fall for a series of engaging discussions featuring leading scholars exploring topics in care, communication, decision-making, and social justice.

đź“… August 19 | 12:15 PM
Drowning for Love: Lessons on Care from Outdoor Survival
🎤 Virginia Eubanks, PhD

đź“… September 22 | 5:00 PM
Managing Emotions and Misinformation in Clinical Encounters
🎤 Heidi Larson, PhD

đź“… October 1 | 8:00 AM
Child Participation in Decision-Making: From Adult-Centered to Child-Centered Approaches
Annual Pediatric Visiting Ethics Scholar Lecture
🎤 Erica K. Salter, PhD, HEC-C

đź“… October 29 | 12:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Strong State, Weak Links: Eugenics and the Southern Politics of Welfare
🎤 Anna L. Krome-Lukens, PhD

These events offer valuable opportunities to explore important ethical, social, and clinical issues through the perspectives of renowned experts. We hope you'll join us for these thought-provoking conversations.

go.unc.edu/CBEvents

06/22/2026

Stay connected with the latest insights, events, and conversations at the intersection of health, ethics, and community—sign up for the Center for Bioethics newsletter!

Our newsletter is the best way to stay informed about upcoming talks, new research, and opportunities to engage with thought leaders in the field. Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious about bioethical issues, we invite you to join our growing community.

📬 The next issue will be released on June 24th—don’t miss it!
Subscribe today to receive updates straight to your inbox and be part of the conversation shaping the future of care, policy, and ethics.
https://bioethics.unc.edu/news/newsletter/

Join us for an engaging talk with Virginia Eubanks on “Drowning for Love: Lessons on Care from Outdoor Survival.” 🌿📅 Aug...
06/04/2026

Join us for an engaging talk with Virginia Eubanks on “Drowning for Love: Lessons on Care from Outdoor Survival.” 🌿
📅 August 19 | ⏰ 12:15 PM ET
đź“Ť 4008 Old Clinic Auditorium or via Zoom
To learn more about our speaker, you can visit our website at bioethics.unc.edu/virginia-eubanks

📣 Upcoming Merrimon Lecture – February 18Join the UNC Center for Bioethics for the 2026 Merrimon Lecture on Wednesday, F...
02/02/2026

📣 Upcoming Merrimon Lecture – February 18
Join the UNC Center for Bioethics for the 2026 Merrimon Lecture on Wednesday, February 18, from 12:00–1:00 pm ET.
This year’s lecture, “Can We Balance Professionalism with the Extreme Financial Focus of U.S. Healthcare?”, will be delivered by Robert Califf, MD, MACC, former FDA Commissioner and a nationally recognized leader in clinical research and cardiovascular medicine.
Dr. Califf will explore how financialization in U.S. healthcare affects professional ethics, clinician well-being, public trust, and the spread of health misinformation—and will discuss potential paths forward grounded in professional values.
đź“Ť Location: G-100 Bondurant Hall & Zoom Webinar
🍴 Lunch provided for in-person attendees
đź”— Learn more and add to your calendar: https://bioethics.unc.edu/talk/merrimon-lecture-2026/

Your support empowers students, trainees, and faculty to address the most pressing ethical questions of our time. www.un...
12/03/2025

Your support empowers students, trainees, and faculty to address the most pressing ethical questions of our time. www.unchf.org/tht25bioethics

Join us for Tar Heal Tuesday Roper Hall Your gift drives impact—locally and globally.The Center for Bioethics is partici...
12/02/2025

Join us for Tar Heal Tuesday Roper Hall Your gift drives impact—locally and globally.
The Center for Bioethics is participating in Tar Heal Tuesday on December 2nd! This campaign helps support our faculty’s groundbreaking research, mentorship of future health leaders, and community outreach through events and ethical engagement. www.unchf.org/tht25bioethics

12/02/2025

With your support today, we believe we can reach our Tar Heal Tuesday goal of $1,000
Your gift makes a lasting impact by:

• Advancing faculty research and scholarship
• Mentoring future leaders in patient care, public health, and Bioethics
• Hosting events and lectures that equip learners and professionals to navigate ethical challenges

www.unchf.org/tht25bioethics

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