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Catherine Bowden is a Research Fellow in the Centre for Social Ethics and Policy (CSEP) and Division of Cancer Sciences at the University of Manchester. Her work bridges legal and ethical issues in healthcare, particularly focusing on pregnancy, reproduction, and health data governance. She holds a PhD (2022) and MA (2013) from the University of Manchester, and a BA in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge. Previously a solicitor specializing in commercial law and clinical negligence, she now teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in tort law, medical ethics, and medico-legal problems. She serves as Deputy Chief Examiner for Advanced Tort Law at the University of London.
- Education: PhD (University of Manchester, 2022), MA Health Care Ethics and Law (Manchester, 2013), BA Natural Sciences (University of Cambridge)
- Research Projects: GP Data Trust (investigating patient opt-outs for health data sharing) and RAPID-RT (qualitative study on opt-out approaches in rapid learning healthcare systems at Christie Hospital)
Her research addresses ethical dilemmas in maternal liability, data consent mechanisms, and the legal frameworks governing health data usage. She advocates for equitable policies ensuring patient autonomy while advancing medical research.
