The Ethical Cost of Immortal Research
Tue, Feb 08
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This presentation will discuss the HeLa cells of Henrietta Lacks. It also explains how Henrietta and her family were disadvantaged and their generational wealth was stolen.
Time & Location
Feb 08, 2022, 7:00 p.m.
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About the event
Presentation by:
Norma Domey B.Sc. Biochemistry, M.Sc. Toxicology University of Western OntarioNorma Domey is a Canadian with Black African ancestry, and multi-generational roots in Nova Scotia. She is the great-niece of human rights activist Viola Desmond (featured on $10 Canadian bank notes), and has herself been engaged in anti-racist activities for decades.
Norma is the National Vice-President of The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), and the Advisory Board Member, Centre of Expertise for Mental Health in the Workplace.