ASU Tribal Research (PP9)

Beginning in 1990, Arizona State University began a study using DNA from the Havasupai Tribe in Arizona. Read the articles at the links below. Discuss the importance of informed consent in human subjects research.

Indian tribe wins fight to limit research of its DNA
From the New York Times (04/22/2010)

Havasupai case highlights risks of DNA research
From the New York Times (04/23/2010)

Informed consent and the ethics of DNA research
From the New York Times (04/23/2010)

Due October 26, 2012

Political Affiliation (PP8)

More election related discussions. Take the following two quizzes:
Pew Political Party Quiz and the GoTo Political Party Quiz

Post and discuss your results.

Due October 11, 2012

Civic Engagement (PP7)

It's election "season". Since so many science and health issues are being discussed by the candidates, we'll look at US politics and civic responsibility.  Take the Civic Engagement Quiz developed by the Intercollegiate Studies Institute and post your score. Discuss your results with the class.

Due October 8, 2012