Science & Medicine

Judaism and Modern Technology

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

From cloned sheep to implantable chips in human beings, are we moving too fast through uncharted territory?

The Circle of Life

by Rabbi Nosson Slifkin

An ancient text reveals how everything in the natural world is a tapestry of spiritual lessons for life.

Why Medical Ethics?

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

The scientific community, and the medical community in particular, have been the impetus for some of the most barbaric and immoral programs of the 20th century.

Multifetal Pregnancy Reduction In Jewish Law

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

Is it permissible to abort some of the fetuses so that the others stand a reasonable chance of living?

Dangerous Surgery to Save a Life

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

Considering the tremendous value Judaism places on every moment of life, does Jewish law permit one to undergo surgery that carries a very high risk of death?

Doctor Knows Best?

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

Does Judaism grant patient autonomy in medical decision-making?

The Terri Schiavo Case: Related Ethical Dilemmas

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

Jewish perspectives on living wills and issues regarding nutrition and hydration in the terminally ill patient.

Abraham's Chromosomes?

by Rabbi Yaakov Kleiman

In search of the historical Abraham.

SARS and Self-Endangerment to Save Others

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

To what extent must physicians risk their own lives to treat their patients?

Judaism's Mind-Body Connection

by Rabbi Yisrael Rutman

Why are so many hospitals named after Mount Sinai?

Hooked on a Cruel Sport

by Jeff Jacoby

Finding gratification in the suffering of another isn't sport. It's sadism.

The Ethics of Smallpox Immunization

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

A Jewish perspective on the controversial issues surrounding immunization.

The Mysteries of Snow and Lightning

by Max Anteby

Ever wonder how perennials survive the winter and what the secret purpose of lightning is?

The 'James' Ossuary Inscription

by Rochelle I. Altman

The ossuary was genuine, but the inscription was faked.

Biosphere: Recreating the World

by Daniel and David Carasso

Biosphere was meant to figuratively take control of the Universe from God. Apparently God had other plans.

In The Beginning

by Lawrence Kelemen

What are the theological implications of modern cosmology?

Killing Mercy

by Rabbi Yisrael Rutman

An ailing academic reflects on euthanasia.

Rationing Health Care

by Daniel Eisenberg, M.D.

How should society balance long-term medical research, versus more immediate needs?

Reminded By Science

by Am Echad Resources

Recent developments in cloning and stem cell research remind us of a divine scientist.

Archaeology and the Bible - Part 2

by Rabbi Dovid Lichtman

Is there archaeological evidence that supports the Bible?

Archaeology and the Exodus

by Rabbi Ken Spiro

One rabbi asserts that the Exodus never happened. What role does archaeology play in verifying Biblical events?

The Anthropic Principle

by Prof. Nathan Aviezer

Scientists call it the "Goldilocks" story. Alone among planets, earth supports human life, because it is "not too hot and not too cold, not too hard and not too soft, but just right".

Judaism and the Human Genome Project

by Richard Greenberg

Now that we have the "genetic operating manual" for homo sapiens, where will it take us?

Jewish Genes

by Rabbi Yaakov Kleiman

There is now new and exciting DNA evidence for common Jewish origin -- not just among Cohanim, the Priestly Class, but among Jews scattered all over the globe.