IRB
The International Research Board Committee is tasked with deliberating the issue of ethics in science across the globe in the year 2050. Delegates must debate the ethics of genetic engineering, considering issues such as “CRISPR babies” or ideas of eugenics. This committee must regulate scientific research while mitigating unintended consequences and finding a balance between promoting scientific advancement and protecting ethical practices.
Approximate committee size: 20 delegates
Committee Topics
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Topic I:
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Topic 2:
Committee Chairs
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Shreeya Patel
Shreeya Patel, a senior at Maggie Walker, is so excited to be your co-chair this year. She has been a part of Model UN for four years and has been in multiple conferences. Previously for GSMUN, she has been a vice chair for WHO and a chair for ICRC. Outside of MUN, Shreeya is part of the track and field team and loves to do art. She is thrilled to see what creative solutions delegates bring to the conference!
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Siya Johar
Siya Johar is a sophomore at Maggie Walker, and has been an active member of Model UN since seventh grade. She has chaired a crisis committee and served as Vice-Chair of the specialized agency on the NBA at GSMUN. She is more than happy to be a co-chair for the IRB committee this year. Outside of Model UN, Siya loves to debate, play tennis, be outside, and volunteer. She knows this committee will be both engaging to chair and a valuable learning experience
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Anubhav Joshi
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