We would love to have you in the room, but you are just as welcome to join us online via Zoom – please email Matt to request the Zoom link (AcademicTraining@apothecaries.org)

Chaired by Philosophy fellows’ Convenor, Dr Andrew Papanikitas, this course day will include a talk from Professor David Jones followed by a roundtable discussion, reflecting on genetics, automation and AI, and the changing times and beliefs in relation to medicine. We actively encourage participants to share their ideas, thoughts and questions.

In the afternoon we will hold the Selwyn Lecture semi-final, where 5 DPMSA candidates will perform their test-lecture assessment, about any area of medical ethics or philosophy they wish. Your support is greatly appreciated if you are able to join us. The best lecturer will be awarded the chance to give their talk in full at the Hall in November 2026.

Please see a programme for the day below:

10:00-10:15:  Welcome and Introduction by Dr Andrew Papanikitas
10:15-11:00:  Plenary Session – Topic TBC by Professor David Jones
11:00-11:15:  Break
11:15- 12:15:  Disruption within Bioethics: Roundtable discussion by Dr John Spicer, Dr Benedict Hayhoe & Dr David Misselbrook
12:15-13:15:  Lunch Break
13:15-15:30:  Selwyn lecture semi-final: DPMSA Oral Assessment by Chaired by Dr Andrew Papanikitas

Tea and coffee will be provided, and we may also provide a sandwich lunch for fellows on this occasion.

This event is free for members to attend, and you are welcome to bring a guest