Deborah Mascalzoni

Research

DEBORAH MASCALZONI is currently working as Senior Researcher in Science and Society at the European Academy of Bolzano, Institute of Genetic Medicine. Her research interests include Philosophy of Science, Bioethics, Environmental Ethics, Science Policy, Philosophy of Politics. She is looking at the interaction between ethical, legal and social aspects of science dealing with the public. She holds a PhD in Bioethics from the University of Bologna (2005) with the focus on participation in research. Research Project on Genetics and Ethics; Dissertation thesis on "Informed consent in genomics: a participative process." September 2003 — March 2004: Appointment as visiting fellow in the Program of Science Tecnology and Society, at the Kennedy School of Government. 2001: Master in Environmental Education, University of Bologna (research paper on Environmental Ethics). 2000: Degree in Philosophy of Science with a Thesis in Bioethics: "Philosophy of Medicine: who should decide about Therapy and Care."