The First International Conference on “Ethical Analyses of Fetus Advocates” will be held on February 15–16, 2026, organized by the Islamic Sciences and Culture Academy in Qom.
This scholarly event, aimed at examining the ethical, philosophical, and social foundations of supporting fetal life, is held in collaboration with Qom University of Medical Sciences, and is designed to provide a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue among Iranian and international researchers.
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Program Structure
The conference program will include:
- Specialized panels
- Paper presentations
- Research workshops
Prominent scholars and researchers will participate in this conference along with academic institutions including:
- Al-Mustafa International University
- Islamic Research Foundation of Astan Quds Razavi
- Faculty of Theology, University of Tehran
- International Association of Islamic Bioethics
- Iranian Scientific Association of Medical Law
Thematic Areas
The conference themes encompass:
- Philosophical and religious foundations of supporting fetal life
- Ethical challenges in fetal protection
- Individual and social responsibilities in supporting fetal life
- New reproductive technologies and their ethical consequences
- Abortion: contexts, causes, and consequences
- Psychological and sociological analyses of supporting fetal life
Submission Deadlines
- Abstracts due: October 22, 2025
- Full papers due: February 4, 2026
