Welcome to the University of Toronto’s Bioethics Undergraduate Student Association
The University of Toronto Bioethics Undergraduate Student Association (BUSA) is a student-led community dedicated to the understanding and application of bioethics across all disciplines. BUSA provides a collaborative space for students interested in the ethical dimensions of medicine, science, public policy, and law.
What is Bioethics?
Bioethics is the study of moral and legal issues in medical practice and biomedical research, as well as the development of health policy. Topics include: concepts of health and disease, patient rights, informed consent, allocation of scarce resources, euthanasia, abortion, genetic and reproductive technologies, human research, mental health, clinical trials in developing countries, informed voluntary consent, experimental therapy, randomized clinical trials, legal issues, dependent groups (human embryos, children, the aged, hospital patients, the dying, prisoners, the mentally ill), and so much more.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to foster interdisciplinary dialogue on the moral questions that arise in health care, research, and society. We aim to equip students with the tools to critically analyze contemporary ethical challenges through academic events, social events, guest lectures, workshops, debates, and discussion forums.
BUSA also serves as a networking platform, connecting students with professionals, researchers, and organizations working in bioethics locally and globally. Whether you are studying life sciences, philosophy, public policy, engineering, or any other field, BUSA welcomes you to join our vibrant community. Together, we explore how ethical thinking can shape responsible decision-making in our increasingly complex world.
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