Event: International Ethics Conference Retrieving the Human Face of Science
July 2, 2009
International Ethics Conference Retrieving the Human Face of Science
Understanding Ethics and Integrity in Healthcare, Medicine and Research
University of Botswana
6-10 December 2009
About The Conference
Science is a very important aspect of human life as it has led to advancements in knowledge and improvements in health and human life. Yet each day, practitioners in the areas of healthcare, medicine and research confront difficult questions that need responses as they seek to conduct themselves in ways that are expected by society. If Science is to serve mankind well, it needs to have a human face. The University of Botswana in partnership with the US Navy Medicine and the Uniformed Services University (USA) have organized an educational conference to be held at the University of Botswana from 6-10 December 2009. The theme of the conference is “Retrieving the Human face of Science: Understanding Ethics and Integrity in Healthcare, Medicine and Research”.
The Conference seeks to bring together practitioners in the area of health care, medicine and research to discuss Ethical issues and Integrity in Healthcare, Medicine and Research. Through keynote addresses, presentations and panel discussions, the conference will explore ways of bringing out the human face of science locally, nationally and globally. This conference will address the best evidence and action on the role of science diplomacy and the evidence and opportunities for action as we seek to integrate ethics and integrity into our institutional and national policies and programs.
Conference Highlights
We note with celebration that the first keynote will be given by His Grace, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Committee in South Africa on “Human Illness and the Experience of Vulnerability”. This will be followed by a second keynote by the US Navy Surgeon General, VADM Adam Robinson, MC, USN on “Hearing the Cries of the Poor: Healthcare as Human Response”. Conference evening events for networking and socializing will include a Bush Braii at the Mokolodi Nature Reserve (additional charge), as well as receptions hosted by the Vice Chancellor of the University of Botswana and the US Ambassador to Botswana.
Educational Technology Exposition
Michael Whitecar, The President of The Chief Information Group, Inc will hold an Educational Technology Exposition from 6-10 December 2009 in the UB Library. He will be demonstrating the usage of various technologies for use in learning and research.
Poster Session
A poster session related to the theme of the conference is also included and abstracts will be accepted until September 15th 2009. Space will be allocated for these posters in the conference venue for the duration of the Conference. Presenters will be expected to be at their posters during the conference breaks to answer questions and interact with
conference participants. Individuals interested in displaying a poster can contact [email protected] for further information.
Conference registration
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