A framework for genomic newborn screening

July 18, 2025
Medical Faculty, Universität Heidelberg

Marsilius Kolleg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.1
Heidelberg 69120
Germany

This will be an accessible event, including organized related activities

This event is available both online and in-person

Sponsor(s):

  • Bundesministerium für Forschung, Technologie und Raumfahrt

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University of Heidelberg
University of Heidelberg

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What medical opportunities and societal challenges are associated with genomic newborn screening?

On July 18, 2025, NEW_LIVES is cordially inviting participants to a conference in Heidelberg. At the center of the event will be the presentation and discussion of the multi-dimensional framework for an appropriate genomic newborn screening program from an ethical, legal and social (ELSI) as well as medical perspective that was developed in the project.

The program will include contributions from experts in medical ethics, law, medical psychology, human genetics, paediatrics as well as patient representatives

Beside specialists from related fields, the event is aimed at the public, media, and representatives from society and politics. 

Location: Marsilius Kolleg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.1, 69120 Heidelberg (Germany) 
Date: 18.07.2025 

  • 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. – symposium
  • 6 p.m. – panel discussion: NEW_LIVES recommendations and next steps for genomic newborn screening

(A detailed program will be made available to paricipants. Lunch and refreshments for participants will be provided.)

The event is free of charge. To attend the conference, please register by sending a message to lars.neth(at)med.uni-heidelberg.de. The panel discussion can also be attended without registration. Online participiation will also be possible on request.

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