Dr Giuliana Fuscaldo and Dr Sarah Russell are investigating experiences of the adoption process - whatever the outcome. The objective of this study is to undertake an ethical analysis of current eligibility criteria for adoption Participant Report

Dr Giuliana Fuscaldo and Dr Sarah Russell and others from University of Melbourne, La Trobe University and University of Queensland, received funding from the Australian Teaching and Learning Council to develop health ethics teaching materials that are responsive to the increasing cultural diversity of students. Summary

Dr Giuliana Fuscaldo is currently undertaking analysis on the question of transferring parental rights and duties. This analysis builds on her previous work on the ethical issues of reproductive technologies.Genetic ties: are they morally binding?

Dr Giuliana Fuscaldo and Dr Sarah Russell plan to publish a collection of essays on the topic of parenthood and what makes a parent. We are currently seeking contributions from a number of commentators, academic writers and community members. Our aim is to publish a diversity of views, including views from adoptive parents, donor conceived children, blended family households etc.

Dr Sarah Russell and Dr Giuliana Fuscaldo are investigating school programs to support students who are overweight and those who don't like sport. We invite teachers, parents and students to email their school's strategies. Our aim is to identify and disseminate best practice.

Dr Sarah Russell is currently talking with people who walk their dogs along Merri Creek about the social, physical and psychological benefits of dog walking

Dr Sarah Russell and Margie Nunn are running a "Stay Well Program" for people with bipolar disorder. For more information, please View brochure

Sarah Russell and Margie Nunn deliver a workshop for mental health professionals and other support people about how they can assist people with bipolar disorder to develop a stay well plan

Dr Sarah Russell is working with University of Melbourne's Centre for Study of Health. The project aims to improve the relevance and applicability of medical ethics education.

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