Smart labels and allergy sensors – how to make sure the future of food is ethical

Researchers are looking into the potential technological threats to data safety and privacy from the smart supermarkets of the future.

Naomi Jacobs, Lecturer in Design Policy, Lancaster University • conversation
Nov. 12, 2021 ~7 min

Environment Bill: UK government offers five principles for protecting nature – here's why they won't work

The bill promises to prevent environmental damage and harm where possible, but what will this entail?

Benjamin Sachs, Senior Lecturer in Philosophy, University of St Andrews • conversation
Oct. 22, 2021 ~7 min


5 ethical guidelines for ancient DNA research

Researchers propose five ethical guidelines for research on ancient DNA. There is genome-wide data available for more than 6,000 ancient humans.

Gregory Filiano-Stony Brook • futurity
Oct. 21, 2021 ~7 min

How ideas from ancient Greek philosophy may have driven civilization toward climate change

The Athens fires were a dangerous reflection of Atomist philosophies that see the world as exploitable, for sale and open to waste and abuse.

Kathleen Dean Moore, Distinguished Professor Emerita, Oregon State University • conversation
Oct. 20, 2021 ~9 min

Watch for scammy stem cell therapies for COVID-19

There are no clinically tested or government-approved cell therapies available for the treatment or prevention of COVID-19 or its long-term effects.

Marcene Robinson-Buffalo • futurity
Oct. 18, 2021 ~7 min

Is Facebook becoming a liability for brands?

Businesses may drive up profits using Facebook in the short term, but new disclosures could soon make the platform a ethical liability for brands.

Sara Savat-WUSTL • futurity
Oct. 8, 2021 ~9 min

Are COVID-19 boosters ethical, with half the world waiting for a first shot? A bioethicist weighs in

Scientists debate the medical benefits of booster shots. But there’s another aspect to consider: bioethics.

Nancy S. Jecker, Professor of Bioethics and Humanities, School of Medicine, University of Washington • conversation
Sept. 17, 2021 ~8 min

To cut emissions, value each human’s wellbeing equally

A new study argues for a utilitarian approach to curbing carbon emissions, one that focuses on well-being rather than GDP.

Michelle Edelstein-Rutgers • futurity
Sept. 14, 2021 ~7 min


What are the ethics of getting a COVID-19 vaccine booster?

Are COVID-19 booster shots ethical considering the number of people around the world who haven't even gotten a first vaccination?

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
Sept. 10, 2021 ~14 min

Data science education lacks a much-needed focus on ethics

Undergraduate programs are springing up across the US to meet the burgeoning demand for workers trained in big data. Yet many of the programs lack training in the ethical use of data science.

Torbet McNeil, Ph.D. candidate in Educational Policy Studies and Practice, University of Arizona • conversation
Sept. 8, 2021 ~5 min

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