The 8th Lanson Lecture in Bioethics – Climate Change, Health, and the Right to a Healthy Environment

The world we inhabit is changing at a pace that challenges not only our environment but also the very foundations of human health and dignity. Rising temperatures, shifting ecosystems, and intensifying weather events remind us daily that climate change is not a distant concern — it is a lived reality with profound ethical implications. To address these urgent questions, CUHK Centre for Bioethics is honored to host The 8th Lanson Lecture in Bioethics – Climate Change, Health, and the Right to a Healthy Environment, a distinguished lecture exploring the moral dimensions of our shared future.

Note : We warmly welcome local participants to join us in person in Hong Kong, while Zoom is provided as a courtesy for our overseas community. To register for Zoom access, please email bioethics@med.cuhk.edu.hk

Why Attend?
This lecture is more than an academic exercise — it is an invitation to reflect on how the health of our planet and the health of our communities are inseparably linked. By joining, you will:

➢ Hear from leading voices shaping the global discourse: Professor Jiewuh SONG will deliver the keynote, bringing a political science and human rights lens to the ethical challenges of climate change.
➢ Gain cross-disciplinary insights: The discussion will be moderated by Professor Amos Pui Kuen TAI, whose expertise in environmental sciences bridges climate dynamics with public health.
➢ Engage with diverse perspectives: Commentators include Professor Roger Yat-nork CHUNG, Professor Martin O’NEILL, and Professor Lucas STANCZYK, ensuring a rich dialogue across bioethics, philosophy, and public health.
➢ Connect with peers and colleagues committed to advancing dialogue at the intersection of bioethics, environmental responsibility, and human rights.
➢ Experience the exchange live with opportunities for Q&A and in-person engagement.