Rebecca Skloot, award-winning author of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks is coming to the University of Michigan!

The Immortal Life tells the story of a young black woman who died of cervical cancer in 1951—and left behind an inexplicably immortal line of cells known as HeLa. Henrietta Lacks, whose cells - harvested without her knowledge or consent—contributed to scientific advancements such as the polio vaccine, treatments for cancers and viruses, in-vitro fertilization, and gene mapping. This presentation will highlight the ethical issues raised as it is linked to the realities and perceptions in clinical trial participation and medical research, and will touch on the present day struggles with bioethics, and the involvement of communities in the clinical research process.
Registration Required: http://2012michr-recruitment.eventbrite.com/.
When: November 7, 2012
Time: 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.
Where: Rackham Auditorium

2012 U-M World Diabetes Day Health Fair

UMClinicalStudies and The University of Michigan Comprehensive Diabetes Center will be observing the United Nations' World Diabetes Day. This event is an opportunity to learn about diabetes and bring attention to the public's attention to the escalating incidence of diabetes in Michigan and the United States, and around the world.
When: Saturday, November 14, 2012
Time: 9:00a.m. - 1:00p.m.
Where: Sheraton Hotel 3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor, MI 48108