Debate on Research Ethics and Security in the British Embassy in Berlin
Experts to Discuss Balancing Academic Freedom with Responsibility
August 20th, 2024
Berlin is set to host an important event on 12 September 2024, focusing on the crucial intersection of ethics, risks, and responsibility in research. The event, organized by the British Embassy in Berlin in partnership with Wissenschaft im Dialog, will take the form of a House of Commons debate, delving into the increasingly vital topic of research security in today's fast-paced scientific environment.
As the research landscape evolves, ensuring the integrity and security of research has become a pressing concern. This debate will bring together a diverse panel of experts from various fields, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of how to maintain the delicate balance between pursuing knowledge, academic freedom, and the ethical responsibilities accompanying scientific endeavours.
Participants will engage in discussions around research integrity, ethical dilemmas, and the challenges of preventing the misuse of research, particularly in the context of dual-use technologies. The event will also focus on upholding core values such as trustworthiness in research practices while addressing common ethical challenges across various disciplines.
One of the central questions to be explored is how to protect fundamental interests while safeguarding the freedom of research—a topic that has gained significant relevance in the current global climate.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 12 September 2024
Time: 18:00 to 20:00 (Admission from 17:30)
Location: Berlin
Language: English
The event is free, but registration is required by 9 September. Attendees should bring ID for entrance control at the venue.
This debate is part of the "Wissenschaft kontrovers" series, an interactive discussion initiative organized as part of the Science Year 2024 – Freedom. Funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, the series aims to foster critical conversations on the future of research ethics and security. This event promises to be a significant opportunity for researchers, policymakers, and the public to actively engage in a meaningful dialogue about the future of scientific inquiry and its ethical implications.
References:
- - https://www.facebook.com/UKinGermany/
- - https://eveeno.com/beyondthelab?fbclid=IwY2xjawExM6tleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRAaXI1sqyDQVmdX1dZyeI-RXtSU2-JNlt82YYQZLNL1Gu3XJvO5NgaysQ_aem_A3njqpu1sTkfxSy5UgqS_A
