哈佛—中大全球生命倫理學國際研討會：亞洲與西方觀點的對話
(Harvard–CUHK Joint International Symposium on Global Bioethics: Engaging Asian and Western Perspectives)
(是次研討會以英語進行。此頁面為中文摘要，亦備有英文版活動精華以供參閱。)
本研討會匯聚亞洲及西方的學者與專家，探討下列三大主題：
- 多元觀點與跨文化生命倫理決策： 強調多元視角，結合比較研究經驗與全球洞見，回應瞬息萬變世界中的倫理挑戰。
- 文化與宗教交織下的生命倫理： 探討宗教、哲學及文化傳統（如佛教、儒家）之間的相互作用，對價值觀與病人（特別是臨終階段）護理所產生的影響。
- 時代變革下的生命倫理： 探索人工智能、大數據、生物資料庫及醫學教育發展，對全球生命倫理未來所帶來的意義與挑戰。
活動簡介在全球秩序急速變化的時代，本國際研討會圍繞人工智能、大數據、基因組學及機械人等先進科技對健康、醫療實踐的深遠影響展開討論，並透過多場主題交流，深入探討全球生命倫理的教育、實踐及研究方向。 來自世界各地的權威講者將分享如何將亞洲觀點融入以西方為主的生命倫理討論，促進多元文化的互動交流，共同回應當前的全球性議題。期望藉此融匯東西方倫理傳統，建構兼具包容性與前瞻性的全球生命倫理框架。 同時，本活動亦標誌兩所合辦單位──哈佛醫學院生命倫理學中心(Harvard Medical School Center for Bioethics)及香港中文大學生命倫理學中心──成立十周年的重要里程碑。 | ||
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2025年6月28日（星期六）
中大康本國際學術園二樓7號演講廳
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英文版活動精華
Connecting Voices. Bridging Perspectives. Expanding Horizons.
On Saturday, 28 June 2025, the hall of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) was energized by scholars, professionals, and students from across the globe. They gathered for the Harvard–CUHK Joint International Symposium on Global Bioethics: Engaging Asian and Western Perspectives—a landmark event co-hosted by the Harvard Medical School (HMS) Center for Bioethics and CUHK Centre for Bioethics. This symposium also marked the 10th anniversary of both centers, celebrating a decade of advancing bioethical dialogue across disciplines and cultures.
A Collaborative Beginning
The symposium commenced with a warm welcome address from Professor Mai-har SHAM, Pro-Vice-Chancellor/Vice-President (Research) of CUHK, followed by opening remarks from Dr. Rebecca Weintraub BRENDEL, Director of the HMS Center for Bioethics, and Professor Roger Yat-nork CHUNG, Co-Director of CUHK Centre for Bioethics. Their words set a collaborative tone and a shared sense of purpose.
A highlight of the morning was the signing of the Certificate of Cooperation by Dr. BRENDEL and the CUHK Centre for Bioethics Co-Directors, Professor CHUNG and Dr. Ann Sin Nga LAU. This significant milestone affirmed both centers’ commitment to advancing academic exchange and joint initiatives in bioethics education and research. This collaboration paves the way for new opportunities and deeper engagement in global bioethics.
Symposium Highlights
Throughout the day, participants engaged in thought-provoking panels and spirited discussions exploring the intersections of bioethics in research, practice, and education. Diverse perspectives from North America, Asia, and beyond brought fresh energy and insight, embodying the symposium’s mission to bridge Asian and Western approaches in bioethics.
Event Recaps
Delve into featured highlights and key takeaways from the symposium and panel discussions—capturing the essence of the event.
Photo Gallery
Experience the spirit of the symposium through a curated gallery of candid and memorable moments.
Explore Further
Programme Rundown — View the full schedule of sessions and activities
Speaker Profiles — Learn more about our distinguished contributors
Video recordings of symposium sessions will be available soon—stay tuned!
Beyond the Symposium
The Harvard–CUHK Joint International Symposium on Global Bioethics was just one highlight of the HMS Center for Bioethics’ trip to Asia, which included visits to Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Indonesia, together with its Master of Science in Bioethics alumni. We invite you to hover and tap on each image below to discover more about their journey.
Dinner Forum on humanizing humans in Indonesian Healthcare System (Yogyakarta, Indonesia)
RecapLooking Forward
As we reflect on a day filled with inspiration and connection, we look ahead to a future of continued partnership and innovation. The symposium celebrated not just a decade of achievement, but also the bold beginning of ongoing dialogue and collaboration—at the dynamic crossroads of ethics, culture, and healthcare. Together, we are committed to advancing global bioethics and building a more ethical, inclusive future.
With exciting initiatives and new opportunities on the horizon, our collaboration with HMS Center for Bioethics continues to flourish. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for the latest news and events.
Event Co-organizers
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| The Center for Bioethics brings together the rich intellectual resources across Harvard Medical School and Harvard University, along with colleagues and institutions worldwide, to help ensure that scientific progress, medical therapeutics, and health care practices are developed hand-in-hand with reflection upon the profound moral questions raised by advances in the life sciences and biotechnology. Our mission is executed through education, research, and service, with programs that prepare the next generation of practitioners and leaders in bioethics, conduct normative and empirical research to address bioethical questions in clinical care, research, and public policy, and engage the public in understanding and addressing ethical aspects of health care and biotechnology. | CUHK Centre for Bioethics at the Faculty of Medicine is dedicated to advancing education, research, and engagement in bioethics. Located in Hong Kong, where Eastern and Western traditions converge, the Centre fosters cross-cultural dialogue and interdisciplinary collaboration to address the ethical challenges posed by modern science and technology. Committed to shaping future health practitioners and biomedical scientists with a strong foundation in medical ethics, the Centre promotes broader bioethical awareness across professions and communities. It endeavours to contribute meaningfully to the global discourse on bioethics and navigate the ethical challenges arising from the evolving landscape of science and biomedicine, ensuring that progress is guided by values central to humanity, such as compassion, justice, and respect for life. |
