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Towards a research programme for ethics and technology.

M Brumsen1, I van de Poel

  • 1Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands. m.brumsen@tbm.tudelft.nl

Science and Engineering Ethics
|August 17, 2001
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Engineers can influence technology's moral outcomes, but their autonomy and scope of responsibility require explicit discussion. Defining these roles is crucial for a unified research agenda in ethics and technology.

Area of Science:

  • Ethics and Technology
  • Engineering Ethics
  • Moral Philosophy

Background:

  • The editorial addresses the critical question of prioritizing research in ethics and technology.
  • It highlights two central issues concerning engineers' roles and responsibilities.

Discussion:

  • The first issue questions engineers' capacity to ensure morally desirable technological outcomes and explores the role and limits of professional autonomy.
  • The second issue delves into the scope of engineers' moral responsibility, identifying areas where reflection is obligatory.

Key Insights:

  • Engineers' professional autonomy significantly impacts technology's ethical trajectory.
  • Defining the boundaries of engineers' moral obligations is essential for responsible innovation.
  • Implicit answers within current research agendas necessitate explicit debate.

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Outlook:

  • An explicit discussion on engineers' roles and responsibilities will facilitate the development of a cohesive research agenda.
  • Further research should focus on clarifying the ethical obligations of engineers in technological development.