The Curren(t)cy of Frankstein: William Newman (Indiana University) – “Frankenstein, the Homunculus, and the Long History of Artificial Life”

September 29, 2018
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Eric P. Newman Education Center Auditorium (EPNEC; Medical Campus)

“Frankenstein, the Homunculus, and the Long History of Artificial Life”


The Curren(t)cy of Frankenstein is a three-day forum (September 28-30) celebrating the novel’s 200th anniversary by contemplating its bearing today in medical research, practice and ethics.

Each day begins with a scene from Nick Dear’s play, “Frankenstein,” and ends with a panel discussion on Frankenstein’s relevance to medical practice today.

Sponsored by WashU Center for History of Medicine and School of Medicine.

Space is limited!  RSVPs required

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Pre-event reception starts at 6:30 p.m.

For inquiries contact Rebecca Messbarger.