Publications

This briefing sets out the case for reviewing the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 1990 to ensure it remains fit for purpose in the face of rapid scientific advances in embryo research and assisted reproduction.

This report sets out the current state of research and future developments relating to neural organoids and similar models, identifying key ethical and governance challenges and making recommendations on how to address these.

Marking our 35th Anniversary, this report highlights where our work has had its greatest impact across health and biomedical policy-making.

This briefing outlines the current ethical debates relating to embryo research and the 14-day limit.

This briefing supports discussion about the future of human embryo research and how it is regulated.

This briefing outlines the key findings of our Citizens’ Jury on assisted dying, and highlights where the Bill aligns and diverges from the results of the Jury and our surveys.

This briefing shares key insights from our 2021 report on genome editing and farmed animals and a public deliberative dialogue, as relevant to The Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Regulations (2025).

We partnered with the Future of Human Reproduction Project to explore the ethical and policy issues that may arise from potential future uses of in vitro gametogenesis in human reproduction.

This summary report sets out the key ethical themes and practical considerations that were identified by participants in our workshop exploring ethical perspectives on the use of genomic data in education.

The final report from our project exploring public views on assisted dying brings together evidence and insights from England’s first Citizens’ Jury on assisted dying and two nationally representative surveys.

Exploring the implications of genomic research relating to education and its potential translation into policy and practice.

Read all about our achievements in 2024, the first year of our 2024-2028 ‘Making ethics matter’ strategy.