At the Limits of Life: Dealing with biofacts, embryoids, and hybrids

10.09.2023

An interdisciplinary summer academy at Heidelberg University: Crossing the boundary between the living and the non-living, reshaping the early development of organisms, blurring the boundaries between species.

In recent years, life science research has increasingly challenged limits of life that used to be regarded as ineluctable. Exciting new opportunities as well as ethical, legal and societal issues arise, all of which demand comprehensive and critical investigation. This Marsilius Academy aims to bring together excellent young researchers from the life and natural sciences, the social sciences and the humanities to engage in interdisciplinary exchange and discussion. Fuelled by the expertise of internationally renowned scholars and scientists, it addresses fundamental challenges arising from recent developments within the fields of biology, biomedicine and bioengineering. Participants are expected to contribute with their disciplinary perspective and research to the Academy.

Venue: Marsilius Kolleg of Heidelberg University, Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.1, 69120 Heidelberg

Application: Online application is available here until June 18, 2023.

Target group, Fees and Waivers:

The Academy is aimed at Doctoral Students and (early) Post-Docs. Number of participants is limited. A participation fee of 750€ - including room and board - will be charged. Waivers or the coverage of travel expenses may be granted to applicants without institutional support upon request.

more information: here