Project 1: Gene Editing in Switzerland

Funded by the Health Ethics and Policy Lab

There is very little that has been published about how the Swiss population thinks about gene editing for genetic conditions. As such, members of our lab are doing several studies.

Part 1:

Understanding how “Experts” in Switzerland are thinking about gene editing technologies, and how they think the ethical concerns identified in other parts of the world will compare to those voiced in Switzerland. We have interviewed scientists, physicians, lawyers, and bioethicists in Switzerland.

Part 2:

In Fall 2023 we sent out a survey to Swiss residents to learn how they think about the social and ethical implications of gene editing.

Part 3:

Building on the data collected in parts 1 and 2 of this study, we are exploring the possibility of conducting a Deliberative Democracy event with the Swiss Public in 2024. This will include several days of knowledge transfer and discussion about gene editing, in order to present a summary of attitudes towards gene editing.

If the event is confirmed to proceed, and you would like to be considered as a participant for this jury, please complete the information here: https://bioethics.ethz.ch/research/GeneEditingEthic/CitizenJury.html