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These briefings are part of a series entitled ‘Thinking About an Ethical Career in Science and Technology’. This series is intended to give young scientists and engineers an understanding of the wider ethical dimensions of various careers in science and technology. Each briefing focuses on an area in which science and technology can play a major role, either good or bad, and examines the social and environmental controversies in that area. It then gives guidance on how to make an informed, ‘ethical’ career choice. For more info on the series, click here.
Dr Anne Chapman looks at scientific and engineering careers which can improve the environmental performance of the chemical industry, reduce its negative impacts on human health, or tackle other ethical concerns in this area.
12 scientists and engineers tell of their experiences in trying to follow an ethical career. The cases cover a wide range of issues relating to the environment, social justice, the military, and animal welfare.
Dr Chris Langley discusses the extensive military involvement in science and technology and the related ethical issues, highlighting career choices which can help reduce or prevent conflict.
Dr Stuart Parkinson describes the large-scale involvement of corporations in science and engineering, and discusses how to navigate the career options so that ethical concerns are prioritised.
Dr David Webb provides an insight into the implications of choosing a career in space exploration or technology, and includes a revealing perspective on the direct and indirect influence of the military on the space industry.
Dr Philip Webber describes an innovative approach to help you assess the environmental and social impacts of your chosen career.
Dr Stuart Parkinson provides an overview of the climate change crisis: its causes, its potential impacts and the economic influences that make the problem harder to solve. Readers will gain insight into ways in which career choice can help alleviate (or worsen) the situation.
Dr Tim Foxon gives a background insight into some of the approaches and technologies that are designed to reduce the impact of human activities and industry on the environment. Readers will gain greater awareness of possible career choices (and a shift in thinking) that can make a positive contribution to sustainable development.
Dr Gill Langley provides background insight into the issues surrounding the use of animals in scientific experiments and the underlying factors that have given rise to the current legislative and cultural setting. Readers will gain greater awareness of how their choice of career makes a positive or negative impact on the welfare of laboratory animals as well as some pointers to alternative career routes.
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