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The Future of Medicine lecture will occur on 14 December 2026 at St John's College, Durham University. Professor Robin May will discuss potential advancements in medicine, including robot surgeons and personalised vaccines, as well as the ethical challenges they may present. The lecture is free to attend and will also be available to watch live online.

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PLEASE NOTE: THIS LECTURE IS IN DURHAM.

What might the future hold for medicine? Are robot surgeons, brain implants, and personalised vaccines just around the corner, or will society disintegrate in the face of another pandemic or a wave of untreatable infections?

This lecture explores medical discoveries that might be just around the corner, the ethical challenges they may bring with them, and how best to stack the dice in favour of a healthier future for humanity.

A lecture by Professor Robin May

This event is also available to watch live online. To register, visit: The Future of Medicine | Gresham College (https://www.gresham.ac.uk/whats-on/future-medicine)

Gresham College has offered free public lectures for over 400 years, thanks to the generosity of our supporters. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn from some of the greatest minds. To support Gresham College's mission, please consider making a donation: Donate Today | Gresham College

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The Future of Medicine takes place on Monday, 14 December 2026 at 17:30.

The Future of Medicine is held at St John's College • Durham University in Durham (3 South Bailey, Durham, DH1 3RJ).

Entry to The Future of Medicine is free.

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