Bioethics – Conduct with Conscience

Bioethics – Conduct With Conscience is a compilation of research articles which focus on bioethical issues raised due to advancement in medical sciences and technology. The book attempts to explore complex relationships between latest medical innovations, their acceptance by our society, faiths, and institutions including public policy makers.
Many of the topics were viewed through a lens of their historical past and their present state to gain an understanding of the evolution of the debate. This book highlights some of the most debated issues that are prevailing in the scientific community; and, explores relationships between the advent of ultra modern technology and mankind’s willingness to use it to enhance its primary goal – to have a better and longer life. This desire to use cutting-edge science puts us all at a crossroads with religious beliefs and their morals.
In order to understand the embracing of current medical advances by our society, discussions were also held with religious scholars to understand their perspective with reference to ancient texts and scriptures. With the subject of God, arguing that He is the creator of all life, interesting discussions prevailed on how far humans should take modern technology at the risk of “playing God”. With the continuous rise in research and innovations, knowledge and awareness needs to be spread as well. These series of essays will keep you updated on the most debated bioethical issues.