The CHANGER Project is pleased to announce its second online training session, Gene Editing in Research, taking place on 8 June 2026 from 09:30 to 12:30 CET.

Designed for experts in Ethics Reviews, this training will provide an in-depth introduction to the scientific, legal, and ethical dimensions of gene editing in research.

Participants will explore key concepts of gene editing, including somatic and germline approaches and technologies such as CRISPR, along with their potential clinical applications. The session will also examine current regulatory frameworks and highlight important ethical considerations surrounding gene editing research. Through a case study and interactive group discussions, attendees will reflect on how gene editing studies are evaluated within ethics review processes.

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

• Explain the basic concepts and main applications of gene editing technologies, including somatic and germline editing
• Understand the current legal and regulatory frameworks governing gene editing research at national and international levels
• Identify key ethical issues related to gene editing, such as informed consent, patient recruitment in clinical trials, and therapeutic misconception
• Reflect on the ethical review of research involving gene editing through the analysis of a practical case study

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mLe7an_lQg2FiTJsvXrRGg

Kindly note: This event is exclusively for experts in Ethics Reviews and will be recorded. By registering and participating, you consent to being recorded and to having your email added to the CHANGER mailing list to receive project-related updates. Your email will not be shared with external parties and will be used solely for informational purposes related to the CHANGER project.

This training continues CHANGER’s commitment to supporting expert members in addressing emerging ethical challenges in cutting-edge research fields.

Stay tuned for further updates!