
On Tech Ethics with CITI Program
Discusses a broad range of technology ethics topics. Hosted by Daniel Smith, Associate Director of Content and Education at CITI Program. New episodes every month. Learn more at about.citiprogram.org.
Episodes
31 episodes
Fostering AI Literacy - On Tech Ethics
Discusses the importance of fostering AI literacy in research and higher education. Our guest today is Sarah Florini who is an Associate Director and Associate Professor in the Lincoln Center for Applied Ethics at Arizona State Univ...
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Episode 31
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Importance of Data Privacy Compliance and ESG Reporting - On Tech Ethics
Discusses data privacy compliance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. Our guest today is Katrina Destrée who is a globally experienced privacy and sustainability professional. Katrina’s work in privacy and sus...
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Episode 30
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Citizen or Participatory Science Ethics - On Tech Ethics
Discusses citizen or participatory science, including its benefits and key ethical issues. Our guest today is Lisa Rasmussen who is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina Charlotte and Editor...
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Episode 29
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3Rs Technologies in Animal Research - On Tech Ethics
Discusses the 3Rs of animal research, teaching, and testing (replacement, reduction, and refinement), including the methods and technologies that support their application. Our guest today is Megan LaFollette, who is the Executive D...
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Episode 28
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Data Privacy and Tracking Technologies
Discusses data privacy considerations in the context of digital technologies. Our guest today is Emilee Rader, an associate professor at the Information School at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Emilee’s research focuses on th...
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Episode 27
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Synthetic Data in Research and Healthcare - On Tech Ethics
Discusses the use of synthetic data in research and healthcare. Our guest today is Dennis L. Shung, MD, MHS, PhD, an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Yale School of Medicine and Director of Digital Health in Digestive Diseases. He...
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Episode 26
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Governance of Genetic Information - On Tech Ethics
Discusses ethical issues and governance considerations associated with the collection, analysis, and sharing of genetic material and information. Our guest today is Shelly Simana, an assistant professor at Boston College Law School....
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Episode 25
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Understanding Cellular Agriculture - On Tech Ethics
Discusses cellular agriculture, including current applications, benefits, technological progress and challenges, and ethical issues. Our guest today is Natalie Rubio, the executive director of the Cellular Agriculture Commercializat...
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Episode 24
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Open Science Principles, Practices, and Technologies - On Tech Ethics
This episode discusses the principles, practices, and technologies associated with open science and underscores the critical role that various stakeholders, including researchers, funders, publishers, and institutions, play in advancing it....
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Episode 23
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Responsible Implementation of Smart City Technologies - On Tech Ethics
Discusses smart city technologies, including some ethical and regulatory considerations. Our guest today is Junfeng Jiao, an Associate Professor in the Community and Regional Planning Program at the University of Texas at Austin. He...
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Episode 22
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Advancing Your Skills and Career in Biotech - On Tech Ethics
Discusses how you can leverage Biotility’s educational offerings for talent development and career growth in the biosciences. Our guest today is Tamara Mandell, the Director of the Education and Training Programs at Biotility...
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Episode 21
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Understanding the Research Security Training Requirements - On Tech Ethics
Examines the requirements and various considerations for research security training. Our guests today are Mike Steele and Emily Bradford. Mike is an Expert in the Office of the Chief of Research Security Strategy and Policy at the N...
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Episode 20
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Accelerating Antibiotic Discovery Using AI - On Tech Ethics
Discusses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate antibiotic discovery. Our guest today is César de la Fuente who is a Presidential Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. César’s research focuses on usi...
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Episode 19
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Use of RealResponse in Fostering Safe and Inclusive Work Environments - On Tech Ethics
Discusses RealResponse, which is a platform that helps create safe, ethical, and inclusive educational and workplace environments.Our guest today is David Chadwick who is the Founder and CEO of RealResponse.Additional reso...
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Episode 18
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Ethical Considerations for Artificial Placenta and Womb Technologies - On Tech Ethics
Discusses artificial placenta and womb technologies, including some ethical considerations for first-in-human clinical trials. Our guest today is Stephanie Kukora who is a neonatologist and bioethicist at Children’s Mercy Kansas Cit...
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Episode 17
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Privacy and Ethical Considerations for Extended Reality Settings - On Tech Ethics
Discusses privacy and other ethical considerations for extended reality settings. Our guest today is Mihaela Popescu who is a Professor of Digital Media in the Department of Communication Studies at California State University, San ...
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Episode 16
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Considerations for Using AI in IRB Operations - On Tech Ethics
Discusses considerations for using artificial intelligence in Institutional Review Board operations. Our guest is Myra Luna-Lucero, EdD, the Research Compliance Director at Columbia University’s Teachers College. She spearheaded the...
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Episode 15
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Recent Developments in AI Regulation - On Tech Ethics
Discusses recent developments in the regulation of artificial intelligence.Our guest today is Brenda Leong who is a Partner at Luminos.Law and an adjunct faculty member teaching privacy and information security at George Mason Universit...
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Episode 14
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Impact of Generative AI on Research Integrity - On Tech Ethics
Discusses the impact of generative artificial intelligence on research integrity.Our guest today is Mohammad Hosseini who is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University. Mohammad’s work explores a broad range of research ethics iss...
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Episode 13
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Ethical and Policy Issues for Xenotransplantation Clinical Trials - On Tech Ethics
Discusses ethical and policy considerations for xenotransplantation clinical trials.Our guest today is Karen Maschke, a Senior Research Scholar at The Hastings Center and editor of The Hastings Center’s journal Ethics & Human Researc...
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Episode 12
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Technological and Safety Considerations for Autonomous Vehicles - On Tech Ethics
Our guest today is Patrick English, a Professor of Automotive Engineering Technology at Ferris State University. He teaches both the engineering aspects and the service of advanced vehicles. Dr. English has two technical associates, a BS in voc...
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Episode 11
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Human Subjects Research Ethics in Space - On Tech Ethics
Addresses human subjects research in space, including the unique ethical and regulatory considerations.Our guest today is Tom Salazar, the Chief Research Oversight and Compliance Officer at Travis Air Force Base in Northern California. T...
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Episode 10
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Impact of Recent Social Media Platform Changes - On Tech Ethics
Discusses how the recent changes to the social media landscape may affect researchers and society.Our guest is Nicholas Proferes, an Assistant Professor at Arizona State University’s School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. His research...
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Episode 9
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Understanding Big Health Data Research's Unique Issues - On Tech Ethics
Discusses some of the unique ethical, logistical, and regulatory issues associated with big health data research.Our guest is Sara Meeder, who is the Director of Human Research Protections at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New Yo...
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Episode 8
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Navigating Big Data and Data Science Research Ethics - On Tech Ethics
Discusses key considerations for data science researchers regarding ethical data and participant awareness.Our guest is Katie Shilton, Ph.D. who is an associate professor in the College of Information Studies at the University of Marylan...
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Episode 7
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