Event Description
This forum examines how ancient DNA research can be conducted in ways that center ethical responsibility, community partnership, and transparency. Drawing on community‑engaged genetic anthropology, archaeogenetics, and legal‑ethical analysis, it identifies evidence‑based strategies for responsible research design, data stewardship, and descendant engagement. How should consent be understood for ancestral remains? What obligations do researchers hold toward living relatives? How can communities shape research priorities? And what frameworks ensure that ancient DNA research advances knowledge without perpetuating structural harm.
Event Information:
Free and open to the public; registration required. For more information, please visit the event webpage.
Hosted by the Center for ELSI Resources and Analysis at Columbia University as part of the ELSI Friday Forum series.
