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Area of Science:

  • Bioethics
  • Academic Engagement
  • Social Impact

Background:

  • Bioethics scholars engage in diverse activities beyond traditional research.
  • Understanding the scope of these activities is crucial for defining academic responsibilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop the first taxonomy of activities undertaken by bioethics academics.
  • To explore the range of engagement, from minimal to extreme activism.
  • To inform discussions on academic obligations related to activism.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis and synthesis of academic engagement activities.
  • Development of a classification framework for bioethics scholars' public roles.

Main Results:

  • A novel taxonomy categorizing bioethics academic activities is presented.
  • The spectrum ranges from no external engagement to "extreme activism."
  • This framework highlights varying levels of societal involvement.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed taxonomy provides a novel tool for understanding bioethics academics' roles.
  • It facilitates discussions on the extent of their obligations concerning activism and public engagement.
  • This classification can guide future research on academic impact and responsibility.