Alice Dreger

Alice Dreger
Alice Dreger
Born	Birth date -1st March 1966
Nationality	American
Occupation	Bioethicist, Author
Known for	Work on intersex rights and medical ethics

Alice Domurat Dreger is an American bioethicist, author, and former professor of clinical medical humanities and bioethics at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. She is well-known for her research and work on intersex rights and the ethics of genetic engineering. Dreger's work often explores the intersection of science, bioethics, and human rights, making significant contributions to debates on gender identity, medical ethics, and the history of science.

Early Life and Education

Alice Dreger was born on April 24, 1965. She pursued her undergraduate education at the University of Michigan, where she developed an interest in the history and philosophy of science. Dreger went on to earn a Ph.D. in History and Philosophy of Science from Indiana University Bloomington, focusing her research on the history of medicine and anatomy.

Career

Dreger's early work focused on the history of intersexuality and its treatment in medical contexts. Her research has been influential in critiquing and shaping medical practices around intersex conditions, advocating for patient rights and informed consent. Dreger has also been involved in various controversies due to her outspoken views on topics such as gender identity and academic freedom.

One of her notable books, Hermaphrodites and the Medical Invention of Sex, takes a critical look at the medical management of intersex conditions and has been influential in the field of medical humanities. Dreger has also written extensively on the ethics of genetic engineering and the implications of scientific research on human rights.

Controversies

Dreger has been a polarizing figure in some circles, particularly regarding her work on gender identity and academic freedom. Her involvement in debates over transgender issues and her defense of academic colleagues in controversial research areas have sparked both support and criticism.

Publications

Dreger has authored several books and numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals. Her publications include:

• Hermaphrodites and the Medical Invention of Sex
• One of Us: Conjoined Twins and the Future of Normal
• Galileo's Middle Finger: Heretics, Activists, and One Scholar's Search for Justice

Awards and Recognition

Throughout her career, Dreger has received various awards and recognitions for her contributions to bioethics and the history of science.

Personal Life

Details about Dreger's personal life are kept private, in keeping with her preference for separating her professional and personal spheres.

See Also

• Intersex rights
• Medical ethics
• History of science

External Links

• [Official Website]
• [Faculty Profile at Northwestern University]