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The Ethics of Genetic Engineering

Journal of Applied Philosophy, 1996
ABSTRACT The aim of this article is to determine whether genetic engineering is ever acceptable. The prominent arguments which have been put forward by the opponents of genetic engineering are examined and evaluated. The arguments ‘we should not interfere with nature’, ‘we should not alter the genetic constitution of organisms’, and ‘we should not ...
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The ethics of software engineering should be an ethics for the client

Communications of the ACM, 2012
Viewing software engineering as a communicative art in which client engagement is essential.
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On Using Ethical Theories to Teach Engineering Ethics

Science and Engineering Ethics, 2007
Many engineering ethics classes and textbooks introduce theories such as utilitarianism and Kantianism (and most others draw from these theories without mentioning them explicitly). Yet using ethical theories to teach engineering ethics is not devoid of difficulty. First, their status is unclear (should one pick a single theory or use them all? does it
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The Undone Ethics of Engineering Ethics

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition Proceedings
Under the ABET accreditation standards, engineering students who graduate from accredited programs should possess certain practical ethical competencies. Yet students feel unequipped, under-exposed, or lacking the knowledge, skills, and vocabulary to make informed and well-justified ethical decisions.
Michelle Ausman, Dean Nieusma, Qin Zhu, Stephen Rea, Kylee Shiekh, Beck Corby   +5 more
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The Ethics of Engineering Ethics Education

Teaching Ethics
In this paper, we argue that engineering ethics education does have moral implications. More specifically, practices in engineering ethics education can lead to negative moral consequences if not conducted appropriately. Engineering ethics educators are often passionate about teaching students ways to examine the ethical implications of engineering and
Qin Zhu, Dayoung Kim, Roel Snieder
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The ethics of engineered living materials

Trends in Biotechnology
Engineered living materials (ELMs) combine living and non-living entities. Their associated ethical concerns must be addressed to promote safety, promote sustainability, and regulate societal impacts. This article identifies key ethical and safety issues by reflecting on fundamental ethical principles.
Ebbesen, Mette, Korvink, Jan G., Islam, Monsur, Lantada, Andrés Díaz   +3 more
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Changing the Paradigm for Engineering Ethics

Science and Engineering Ethics, 2013
Modern philosophy recognizes two major ethical theories: deontology, which encourages adherence to rules and fulfillment of duties or obligations; and consequentialism, which evaluates morally significant actions strictly on the basis of their actual or anticipated outcomes.
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Ethics, Technology, and Engineering

2011
Featuring a wide range of international case studies, Ethics, Technology, and Engineering presents a unique and systematic approach for engineering students to deal with the ethical issues that are increasingly inherent in engineering practice.
Poel, van de, I.R., Royakkers, L.M.M.
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Ethics and Engineering

2021
The world population is growing, yet we continue to pursue higher levels of well-being, and as a result, increasing energy demands and the destructive effects of climate change are just two of many major threats that we face. Engineers play an indispensable role in addressing these challenges, and whether they recognize it or not, in doing so they will
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Anticipatory engineering ethics

2021 IEEE International Symposium on Technology and Society (ISTAS), 2021
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