Dr. Jonathan Moreno on Bioethics and the Rules-Based International Order
Update: 2025-07-16
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Attorney and bioethicist Karolina Zhukoff sits down with Dr. Jonathan Moreno, Professor Emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania, to discuss his new book, “Absolutely Essential: Bioethics and the Rules-Based International Order.”
They delve into the historical development of bioethics since its emergence post-World War II, focusing on the evolution of doctor-patient relationships and the significant influence of the Nuremberg Code. The conversation also covers the ways in which Dr. Moreno’s upbringing inspired his work, the global impact of COVID-19 on bioethics, and the challenges posed to the international rules-based order by geopolitical shifts and emerging technologies.
00:00 Introduction
01:33 The Essence of Bioethics
04:20 Historical Context of Bioethics
08:04 Personal Influences on Dr. Moreno
11:09 Global Perspectives on Medical Ethics
21:11 Impact of COVID-19 on Bioethics
27:23 Future Challenges and Emerging Technologies
32:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
They delve into the historical development of bioethics since its emergence post-World War II, focusing on the evolution of doctor-patient relationships and the significant influence of the Nuremberg Code. The conversation also covers the ways in which Dr. Moreno’s upbringing inspired his work, the global impact of COVID-19 on bioethics, and the challenges posed to the international rules-based order by geopolitical shifts and emerging technologies.
00:00 Introduction
01:33 The Essence of Bioethics
04:20 Historical Context of Bioethics
08:04 Personal Influences on Dr. Moreno
11:09 Global Perspectives on Medical Ethics
21:11 Impact of COVID-19 on Bioethics
27:23 Future Challenges and Emerging Technologies
32:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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