How a South African community's request for its genetic data raises questions about ethical and equitable research
The South African Khoe-San communities are no strangers to exploitative research. One research team is trying to provide genetic ancestry results to community members. But they still face many challenges.
Brenna Henn, Associate Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Davis •
conversation
April 19, 2022 • ~13 min
April 19, 2022 • ~13 min
US support for waiving COVID-19 vaccine patent rights puts pressure on drugmakers – but what would a waiver actually look like?
The process will take months, if it's even approved. But just the threat of waiving intellectual property rights could spur faster action.
Dalindyebo Shabalala, Associate Professor, University of Dayton •
conversation
May 10, 2021 • ~9 min
May 10, 2021 • ~9 min
MIT Professional Education trains South African managers from the manufacturing sector | MIT News
Amy Grzybinski | MIT Professional Education
• mit
Dec. 14, 2015 • ~5 min
Dec. 14, 2015 • ~5 min
Putting people before buildings | MIT News
Architecture major Tiandra Ray designs spaces with a focus on community, not just aesthetics.
Julia Sklar | MIT News Office
• mit
May 18, 2015 • ~7 min
May 18, 2015 • ~7 min
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