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Dr. Laura O'Donovan is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Sheffield's School of Law, specializing in healthcare law and ethics. She previously held post-doctoral research roles at Lancaster University and teaching positions at the Universities of Manchester, Liverpool, and Manchester Metropolitan. Her work addresses legal and ethical challenges in reproductive biotechnologies, organ donation, and health inequalities.
- PhD in Law (University of Manchester)
- LLM in Healthcare Ethics and Law (University of Manchester)
- LLB in English Law with French Law (University of Manchester)
Her research focuses on three key areas: reproductive biotechnologies (including uterine transplantation and IVG), organ donation systems (particularly opt-out frameworks), and healthcare inequalities (emphasizing gender and racial disparities). Her publications analyze the intersection of law, ethics, and policy in these domains.
Recent publications examine uterine transplantation ethics, opt-out organ donation controversies, and the legal implications of reproductive technologies. These works span interdisciplinary themes in medical law, bioethics, and gender studies, with specific attention to regulatory frameworks, reproductive autonomy, and tissue donation policies.
- In Vitro Gametogenesis (IVG) Policy Network Grant (£50k, 2023-24)
- Nuffield Council on Bioethics Collaboration Grant (£14.7k, 2022-23)
- Uterus Transplantation Research Grant (£14.1k, 2021-22)
As Deputy Director of Education (Assessments and Scrutiny), she oversees academic quality assurance. She teaches healthcare law, tort law, family law, and legal skills courses, while maintaining memberships in the Socio-Legal Studies Association and Society of Legal Scholars.
