Applications close on 31 August. Advancements in genetic science have unlocked unprecedented possibilities and also significant perils. These breakthroughs raise technical and medical questions as well as ethical and theological questions including questions about what it means to be human. For people of faith, such questions are grounded in sacred beliefs about life, purpose, and the divine. For scientists, they touch on issues of responsibility, progress, and ethical integrity. Yet, while scientists (geneticists, stem cell researchers, and synthetic biologists) and people of faith are often perceived as opposing one another, ideally they both seek a deeper understanding of truth and the flourishing of life. There is a great need to share and discuss ethical concerns, to promote the flourishing of society through public debate and dialogue, and to ensure that progress in genetics serves humanity holistically and builds public trust. The course will enhance the scientific understanding of members of faith communities on fundamental concepts in genetics; and foster respectful dialogue between science and faith, identifying harmony, tension, and potential integration areas. Participants will also be equipped to engage in informed conversations about genetics from a faith-based perspective within their communities Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/93fbqzsDtW" Event page | 
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