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(02) Bioethics
Topics in the table below that are marked with an asterisk (*) have been designated as the Institute, Center or Office’s highest priority; however, applicants may apply to any of the topics.
| Challenge Topic ID |
Specific Challenge Topic |
Contact |
| 02-OD-101 |
Bioethical concerns unique to epigenomic research. Emerging evidence suggests that epigenetic changes may have an important role in a variety of diseases. Although our understanding of the bioethics of genomic studies is mature, our understanding of the bioethics of epigenomic studies is very much in its infancy. Specific environmental exposures (use of illicit drugs or alcohol, HIV infection, psychosocial stress, etc) or disease states (depression, HIV infection status, etc) may be correlated with specific epigenomic changes. Thus epigenomic research may lead to unique and unanticipated bioethical challenges that must be overcome. Studies exploring bioethical concerns unique to epigenomic research would identify unanticipated ethical problems and help identify appropriate solutions to be sure human subjects involved in epigenomic research are properly protected. |
Dr. Joni Rutter (NIDA)
301-435-0298
jrutter@mail.nih.gov |
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