Consortium Introduction
The Consortium conducts original research, serves students and faculty, and advances public dialogue and understanding on emerging issues at the intersection of science and society.
Office closed & working remotely -- The Consortium on Law and Values, along with most of the University of Minnesota, is currently working remotely. We will still be online and responding to phone and email, but may be slightly delayed in responding to messages. Thanks for your understanding and please take care of yourself!
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Health Law, Ethics & Policy
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Environment, Agriculture & Food
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Emerging Technologies
Member Centers
- Advanced Technologies for the Preservation of Biological Systems (ATP-Bio)
- BioTechnology Institute
- Center for Clinical and Cognitive Neuropharmacology
- Center for Cognitive Sciences
- Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain
- Masonic Cancer Center
- Stem Cell Institute
- Strategic Partnerships and Research Collaborative (SPARC)
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Public Health & Biosecurity
Latest News
Prof. Philip Pardy on the Rise and Fall of American Farm Productivity Growth
May 10, 2021
In a paper recently published by the Journal of Economic History, Professor Philip Pardy and his co-author explore the slowing growth of agricultural productivity in the United States. The study explores technological advances that led to a surge in farm productivity in the late 20th century, then examines potential explanations for the slowdown in growth that followed. Prof. Pardy is the Director of the International Science and Technology Practice and Policy Center, a Consortium member center. Read the full article here.
Working Group Releases Research Brief on Solar Climate Interventions
April 30, 2021
The Climate Intervention Biology Working Group, which includes Prof. Jessica Hellmann, Director of the Institute on the Environment, recently published a research brief on the potential ecological effects of solar radiation modification (SRM). In theory, SRM technology could be used to reflect sunlight away from the earth in order to combat global warming. The paper addresses knowledge gaps pertaining to both positive and negative ecological impacts of SRM technology. Additional information is available on the Institute for the Environment website; the paper was published in the April 2021 issue of Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences. The Institute on the Environment is a Consortium member center.
Masonic Cancer Center Director Douglas Yee on the “War on Cancer”
April 15, 2021
Prof. Douglas Yee, Director of the Masonic Cancer Center, recently spoke to the University of Minnesota’s Discovery magazine about progress in the fight against cancer since the National Cancer Act was signed in 1971. Dr. Yee describes research led by the Masonic Cancer Center and how the next ten years will transform cancer treatment and research. The Masonic Cancer Center is a Consortium member center. Read the article here.
Healthy Foods, Healthy Lives Celebrates Indigenous Women Chefs
April 1, 2021
The Healthy Foods, Healthy Lives Institute is hosting a webinar series that highlights the gastronomic knowledge of Indigenous women chefs. Webinars feature recipes, cooking demonstrations and commentary from nationally recognized chefs. The Healthy Foods, Healthy Lives institute is a Consortium member center. View recordings of past webinars and register for an upcoming webinar on the Healthy Foods, Healthy Lives website.
Annual Research Ethics Day Webinar
Conducting Research in the COVID-19 Pandemic: Ethics in an Emergency
March 3, 2021 - 9:00am to 1:30pm
Online - Zoom
View a recording of the webinar
COVID Controversies: Ethical Challenges in Research & Treatment - Webinar Series
Webinar #3
Challenges in COVID Vaccine Allocation & Distribution
Friday, January 8, 2021
Watch a video of the webinar
Webinar #2
Reconciling Research and Treatment: Seeking Answers & Saving Lives
Friday, October 16, 2020
Watch a video of the webinar
Webinar #1
COVID Vaccine Research & Deployment: Reconciling Speed & Safety
Friday, August 28, 2020
Watch a video of the original webinar
Watch a video of the supplemental session
COVID-19 Resources: Ethical, Legal & Social Implications
The COVID-19 pandemic is posing profound ethical, legal, and social challenges. The Consortium is compiling relevant resources offered by our member centers and by other organizations to help researchers, clinicians, legal professionals, students, and communities navigate these challenges. View COVID-19 resources here.
LawSeqSM Database
Use the LawSeqSM Database to search the law of genomics in the U.S. – both federal and state law. The Database also offers a Bibliography collecting relevant secondary sources. The goal of the LawSeqSM project is to map and shape the law of genomics to build a solid foundation for clinical integration. Creation of this unique resource was funded by a grant from NIH.