Topics:

A.    Should states be allowed to develop DNA databases of arrested individuals to facilitate forensic analysis in future cases (e.g. that recently approved in California)?

B.    Do states have the right to require new parents to allow their child's
DNA to be tested for mutations that may be associated with increased risk of certain diseases?

C.    Should scientists awarding a limited amount of available federal dollars for research choose human "adult" stem cell projects showing promise already (unbilical cord; bone marrow, etc.) over projects involving human embryonic stem cells (controversial, untested, but potentially powerful)?

D.    Should genetic profiles be released to insurance companies?
 
 

Schedule:

March 23        Topic C        Yes: group 1        No: group 3
April 20           Topic D        Yes: group 2        No: group 4
April 27           Topic B        Yes: group 6        No: group 8
May 5             Topic A        Yes: group 5        No: group 7