13th ASIAN BIOETHICS CONFERENCE - Eubios Ethics Institute

13 th ASIAN BIOETHICS
CONFERENCE
Concurrent with the
Sixth UNESCO Asia-Pacific School of Ethics Roundtable
27 - 30 August 2012 – MALAYSIA
“Bioethics and Life: Security, Science and Society”
Organised by the Asian Bioethics Association (ABA) and Asia Pacific Forum on Ethics & Social Justice
(Malaysia), in partnership with UNESCO, the Institute of Diplomacy & Foreign Relations (Malaysia),
the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities (UKM), IKMAS and the Eubios Ethics Institute
The 13 th Asian Bioethics Conference 2012 will be hosted by Malaysia. It is the annual
bioethics conference of the Asian Bioethics Association. The conference brings
together scholars and policy makers from many disciplines all around the world to
discuss and deliberate on the latest issues facing humanity.
ABOUT THE THEME
Bioethics and Life: Security, Science and Society examines the extent that
scientific, social and security dimensions of Asian Bioethics impact upon life,
society, environment, state and the international systems.
ALL ARE WELCOME
Paper presentation and participation are welcomed from academics,
scholars, policy makers, students and enthusiasts in the various disciplines of
Asian Bioethics, from expert to novice.
VENUE
Institute of Diplomacy & Foreign Relations (IDFR),
Jalan Wisma Putra, 50460 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
www.idfr.gov.my
SUBMISSION DATES
Submission of Abstract: 31 May 2012
Submission of Full paper: 31 July 2012
Abstract should not be more than 300 words in English with 3-5 key words.
It should also carry the full name(s) & contact details of the author(s). Kindly
indicate 3 preferred sub-themes (from the list) that your abstract fits into.
Full paper should be between 5000-8000 words. Papers received before the
deadline will be included into the Indexed Conference Proceeding. In addition,
the papers will be automatically included into the Best Paper competition.
Selected papers will be offered to be published in special issues of the Eubios
Journal of Asian and International Bioethics (EJAIB)- the official journal of
ABA, the Asia Pacific Journal of Ethics and Social Justice and book volumes by
international publishers.
Kindly submit your application & abstract using the attached form to
secretariat.13thabc@gmail.com. Upon submission of abstract, you will be
given a ‘submission code’. Kindly use this code for reference when contacting
the organizer. Proposals for sessions can also be made.
FELLOWSHIP
Limited numbers of registration waiver available to deserving participants.
Kindly address such requests directly to the secretariat.
CONFERENCE WEBSITE
www.ethicsasia.com
Paper presentations are welcomed for the following
sub-themes
Health, Disease & Medical Ethics
Health Care System & Management
Human Enhancement
Research Integrity & Responsibility
Ethics of Emerging Technologies
Ethics of Science, Innovation & Industry
Women, Gender & Bioethics
Human Security & Dignity
Environmental Ethics & Sustainability
Ethical Worldviews & Common Wisdoms
Resource Ethics: Water & Energy Ethics
Religion & Ethics
Race, Ethnicity & Medicine
Ethics in Disasters & Conflicts
Bioethics Education
Land Use, Ownership & Indigenous Rights
Law, Policy & Ethics
Animal Ethics
Neuroethics & Privacy
Agricultural and Food Ethics
National Bioethics Committees
CONFERENCE FEE
(Includes lunches for 4 days and conference dinner on 28 August 2012)
ABA Members: USD 150.00
Non- ABA Members: USD 200.00
Students USD 70.00
Payment should be deposited into the account given below before 15 th
July 2012.
Bank:
Malayan Banking Berhad
Account No: 512419053157
SWIFT Code: MBBEMYKL
Kindly email the scanned payment slip/receipt as proof of payment to
secretariat.13thabc@gmail.com Please state your submission code for
verification.

Application & Abstract Submission Form
13 th Asian Bioethics Conference
27 - 30 August 2012 Malaysia
INSTRUCTION: Kindly complete all section on this form. Please save the file with the corresponding
author’s name (e.g. Smith.doc) and send it to secretariat.13thabc@gmail.com. Deadline for abstract
submission is 31 May 2012.
I. I would like to participate in the conference as; (tick one)
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Choose the sub-theme that fits your paper (please indicate three from 1 st to 3 rd preference);
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Health, Disease & Medical Ethics
Health Care System & Management
Human Enhancement
Research Integrity & Responsibility
Ethics of Emerging Technologies
Ethics of Science, Innovation & Industry
Women, Gender & Bioethics
Human Security & Dignity
Environmental Ethics & Sustainability
Ethical Worldviews & Common Wisdoms
Resource Ethics: Water & Energy Ethics
Religion & Ethics
Race, Ethnicity & Medicine
Ethics in Disasters & Conflicts
Bioethics Education
Land Use, Ownership & Indigenous Rights
Law, Policy & Ethics
Animal Ethics
Neuroethics & Privacy
Agricultural and Food Ethics
National Bioethics Committees
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Details of Corresponding Presenter/Participant
Name :
Title :
Institution:
Address
Gender:
Email:
Nationality:
Phone Number
Short CV (not more than 300 words)
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Abstract (Please limit to 300 words)
Title: