Description
This is a seminar in which students discuss, conduct research and write papers on issues relating to science and law. Class discussions focus on the interaction of science and law, the evaluation of scientific opinions and the use of science in policy making and the courts. The goal of the seminar is to enhance students' understanding of the use of science and their effectiveness as counsel and policy makers. Students are encouraged to write papers in their areas of interest. A science background is not required for enrolment in the seminar.Law and Technology Certificate: All electives offered as part of the Law and Technology Certificate build on the knowledge and skills acquired in either one of the two core courses: law and technology, and intellectual property law (LAWS 2019 and LAWS 2178 respectively). Students will be required to take at least one elective in each of the two baskets, i.e. Law and Technology, and Intellectual Property Law.
LAWS 2230: Science and the Law is in Basket 1 - Law and Technology