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Bioethics in a low key: a report from Germany.

Anton Leist

    Bioethics
    |April 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary

    This report outlines bioethical priorities in German public debate and legislation, focusing on genetic engineering, embryo protection, and abortion laws enacted between 1990 and 1992. It also touches upon academic bioethical research activities.

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    Area of Science:

    • Bioethics
    • Public Policy
    • Law

    Background:

    • Public political debate and legislation significantly shape bioethical priorities.
    • Academic research complements legislative and public discourse on bioethical issues.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report on bioethical priorities reflected in public and political discourse.
    • To outline key legislative developments in bioethics.
    • To mention academic bioethical research activities.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of public political debate and legislation.
    • Identification of key legislative acts.
    • Brief mention of academic research activities.

    Main Results:

    • Enactment of the Genetic Engineering Law (Gentechnikgesetz) in 1990.
    • Enactment of the Embryo Protection Law (Embryonenschutzgesetz) in 1990.
    • Reforming of the penal code on abortion (Schwangerschaftsabbruch) in 1992.

    Conclusions:

    • German legislation between 1990-1992 addressed critical bioethical areas: genetic engineering, embryo protection, and abortion.
    • These legislative actions reflect evolving bioethical priorities within public and political spheres.
    Keywords:
    Bioethics and Professional Ethics

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