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    Heredity and Hope: Intersections of Genetics and Faith in the Clinic

    Heredity and Hope: Intersections of Genetics and Faith in the Clinic

    Vanderbilt University

    April 2, 2008

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    Ruth Scwartz Cowan will present her research on mandated, premarital genetic screening programs on the island of Cyprus and the role the Greek Orthodox Church has played in implementing these policies. She will propose that if undertaken responsibly, genetic screening provides hope for a better future. A reception will be held at 6:00pm and the lecture begins at 7:00pm.

    This lecture kicks off a Religion and Genomics Conference that runs through April 4 and is open to registrants only. The cost for the full conference is $25 and the registration deadline is March 26. For the schedule and more information, go to http://www.vanderbilt.edu/religion-genomics/index.html.

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      Tickets: Free Admission

    • Dates & Times

      Dates:
      April 2, 2008

      Times:
      Wednesday
      6:00pm Reception
      7:00pm Public Lecture

    • NOTE: We do our best to ensure the accuracy of information, however, it is a good idea to visit the official website or call the venue for possible schedule changes.

    • Venue Info

      Vanderbilt University Law School - Flynn Auditorium

      131 21st Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203

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