New Research Reveals Challenges in Cooperating with Opponents on Bioethical Issues. A recent study found that even when people from different backgrounds come together to discuss and find common ground on complex bioethical issues, it's not always easy to make progress. One of the main problems is how individuals form their identities and perspectives - are they truly open to hearing opposing views or are they already set in their ways? Additionally, there's a concern about representing all sides fairly, rather than just one perspective dominating the conversation. Finally, researchers worry that biases can creep into bioethics discussions, leading to unfair or incomplete conclusions.