Project Overview
Pregnancy and the anticipation of what to expect has never been more complicated. The next decade of the genome era will see significant improvements in genetic testing and therapy, including in the prenatal period. However, technological innovation is outpacing examination of the broader ethical and societal implications, and there is a need to engage affected communities and the general public. Families are too often left on their own to navigate emerging evidence and inadequate support systems.
This season of In Utero will center 12 patient stories. It brings in professional expertise in medicine, science, and ethics. It will invite reflection on different perspectives, and looks to support prospective families in their decision-making when faced with a prenatal diagnosis.
We are in the final stages of production, with an estimated release date of late 2026.
A Resource for Decision-making |
A Public Engagement Tool |
A Research Activity
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| The podcast will serve as a resource for those considering whether to make use of the technologies covered in the series by providing information and access to lived experience and exposure to different views and expertise. | Episodes aim to provide value both to those navigating prenatal technologies, and those who may not have heard of these technologies. By inviting prospective patients, families, and the general public into conversations happening in the clinic and between experts, this podcast hopes to be a jumping-off point for enabling public discourse on these technologies. | The research team aims to evaluate the utility of podcast storytelling (compared to other types of information distribution) as a tool to facilitate understanding and appreciation of complex ethical issues around emerging technologies using polling and mixed methods. |
