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Deliverable | 20 December 2023

Advisory and impact board members’ activities, cooperation and clustering activities

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Advisory and impact board members’ activities, cooperation and clustering activities

Policy brief | 30 October 2023

In short

This deliverable provides information on the ADIM (advisory and impact) board and the cluster of related projects – vital to expand the project knowledge base and create synergies with other projects’ work.

Spit in two parts, the report describes the activities of the individual ADIM board members and summarises the action of the TechEthos partners within the cluster of related projects.

Find out more by downloading the deliverable.

Author

Renate Klar, and Mathijs Vleugel.

Date of publication

20 December 2023

Status

Draft version submitted to the European Commission for review

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Renate Klar & Mathijs Vleugel (2023). TechEthos Deliverable D6.3: Advisory and impact board members’ activities, cooperation and clustering activities. TechEthos Project Deliverable. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Deliverable | 19 December 2023

Dissemination and Communication Report

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Dissemination and Communication Report

Policy brief | 30 October 2023

In short

In this deliverable, the TechEthos project reflects on the outcomes and results of its dissemination, and communication strategy – comparing and interpreting the data based on project activities.

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Author

Greta Alliaj (Ecsite), and Clara Boissenin (Ecsite).

Date of publication

19 December 2023

Status

Draft version submitted to the European Commission for review

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Alliaj, G., Boissenin, C., (2023). D7.4 Dissemination and Communication report. TechEthos Project Deliverable. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Deliverable | 18 December 2023

Societal Readiness Tool

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Societal Readiness Tool (Pre-Final Version)

Deliverable | 28 October 2023

In short

This deliverable introduces the TechEthos Societal Readiness Tool (SRT) – primarily intended for use by actors in product design and innovation.

The goal of the report is two-fold. First, the deliverable provides guidance and enables to undertake a product development process based on ethical and social impact considerations from the very earliest stages. Also, the tool enables target users to conduct qualitative self-assessment of the readiness level of their products.

Authors

Bennet Francis (UT), Philip Brey (UT), Andrea Porcari (AIRI), Tynke Schepers (UT).

Date of publication

18 December 2023

Status

Pre-final Report for Dissemination

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Francis, B; Brey, P; Richardson, R; Umbrello, S; Porcari, A; Schepers, T (2023). D5.6 Ethical sensitivity tools: societal readiness tool and ethical role-playing tool.

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Deliverable | 20 November 2023

Anticipation of societal embedding of new and emerging technologies

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Anticipation of societal embedding of new and emerging technologies: using scenarios to explore public awareness and attitudes in climate engineering, digital extended reality and neurotechnologies

Policy brief | 30 October 2023

In short

This deliverable sheds light on the intricate landscape of societal integration for new and emerging technologies like neurotechnology, digital extended reality, and climate engineering. Notably, the document delves into the public’s awareness and attitudes surrounding these technologies.

The findings underline the importance of anticipating societal responses to innovations, emphasizing values such as equity, reliability, and the well-being of both people and the planet. The document also advocates for justifying research and innovation investments by addressing the expectations, concerns, and aspirations of a vast array of stakeholder groups.

Find out more about our conclusions by downloading the deliverable.

Author

Eva Buchinger, Michael J. Bernstein, Masafumi Nishi, Wenzel Mehnert, and Alexandra Csabi.

Date of publication

20 November 2023

Status

Draft version submitted to the European Commission for review

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Buchinger E, Bernstein MJ, Nishi M, Mehnert W, Csabi A (2023). D3.4 Anticipation of societal embedding of new and emerging technologies: Using scenarios to explore public awareness and attitudes in climate engineering, digital extended reality and neurotechnologies. TechEthos Project Deliverable to the European Commission. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Policy Brief | 06 November 2023

XR and General Purpose AI: from values and principles to norms and standards

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XR and General Purpose AI: from values and principles to norms and standards

Policy brief | 30 October 2023

In short

This policy brief explores the ethical challenges of eXtended Reality (XR) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) within the expansive realm of General Purpose Artificial Intelligence (AI).

This brief, addressed to EU policymakers and global stakeholders, delves into human-machine dynamics, ethical data usage, and the urgent need for operational norms and standards in the AI domain.

The document offers important recommendations to enhance ethical practices concerning these emerging technologies and addresses issues like transparency, manipulation risks, user dignity, responsibility, autonomy levels, equitable labor conditions, decency in Generative AI, environmental impacts, and privacy concerns.

Find out more about each recommendation by downloading the policy brief below.

Author

Laurynas Adomaitis (CEA), Alexei Grinbaum (CEA).

Date of publication

06 November 2023

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TechEthos (2023) XR and General Purpose AI: from values and principles to norms and standards. Deliverable to the European Commission. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Policy brief | 30 October 2023

Key messages for the ethical governance of Solar Radiation Modification (SRM) research

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Key messages for the ethical governance of Solar Radiation Modification (SRM) research

Policy brief | 30 October 2023

In short

Solar Radiation Modification (SRM), a type of climate engineering technique aimed at mitigating atmospheric heating by reflecting sunlight and heat back into space.

Tailored for EU policymakers and global stakeholders, this policy brief emphasizes ethical governance, international collaboration, and public engagement in SRM research.

To ensure responsible, just and sustainable SRM research, TechEthos project encourages EU policymakers to:

  • Define SRM Field Testing, Deployment, and SRM Research on an international level;
  • Formulate transparent and accountable EU Research Policy through politically legitimate bodies;
  • Adopt a precautionary approach guided by ethical considerations when assessing the risks of SRM research policy programs;
  • Include normative values like legitimacy and global justice in assessing SRM implications for human rights.

Find out more about each recommendation by downloading the policy brief below.

Author

Bennet Francis, Dominic Lenzi, Michel Bourban.

Date of publication

30 October 2023

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TechEthos (2023) Key messages for the ethical governance of Solar Radiation Modification (SRM) research. Deliverable to the European Commission. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Policy brief | 30 October 2023

Key messages for the ethical governance of neurotechnologies

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Key messages for the ethical governance of neurotechnologies

Policy brief | 30 October 2023

In short

Neurotechnologies, delving into direct neural system interaction, needs ethical governance. This policy brief outlines recommendations for EU policymakers involved in legislation on neurotechnologies, medical devices, dual-use items, privacy, data protection, and AI systems.

To ensure ethical, legal, and fundamental rights in neurotechnology development, this brief details the following key messages:

  • Recognize and define neurorights by incorporating them within existing EU fundamental frameworks;
  • Address justice, equality, and discrimination gaps in relation to neurotechnology applications and use cases;
  • Monitor and evaluate regulatory frameworks by assessing adequacy of existing regulations for emerging neurotechnology use cases, including consumer and dual-use applications;
  • Consider Appropriate Legal Instruments to regulate neurotechnologies in the EU;
  • Clarify regulation of AI-based neurotechnologies, specifically addressing use cases under the proposed AI Act.

Find out more about each recommendation by downloading the policy brief below.

Author

Michael J. Bernstein, Wenzel Mehnert, Masafumi Nishi, Renata Mandzhieva, Alexandra Csabi, Eva Buchinger.

Date of publication

30 October 2023

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TechEthos (2023) Key messages on ethical values and principles for neurotechnology development and use. Deliverable to the European Commission. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Policy brief | 30 October 2023

Key messages for the ethical governance of Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR)

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Key messages for the ethical governance of Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR)

Policy brief | 30 October 2023

In short

Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) is a pivotal climate engineering technique aiming to mitigate climate change by removing atmospheric CO2 and storing it in geological, terrestrial, or oceanic reservoirs. TechEthos, in its policy brief, delves into the regulatory challenges within EU laws and policies surrounding CDR. Addressed to European Union (EU) policymakers and officials engaged in climate-related initiatives, the recommendations are crafted to ensure ethical, rights-based, and sustainable development of CDR.

To ensure it, TechEthos project encourages EU policymakers to:

  • Define the legal status of carbon removals, distinguishing them from emission reductions;
  • Advocate for harmonized terms, aligning with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), for clarity in discussions on climate engineering, geoengineering, carbon removal, and CDR;
  • Seek clarity on CDR’s role in achieving the EU’s binding net-zero target by 2050;
  • Explicitly include EU fundamental rights in policies and decision-making processes governing CDR techniques;
  • Outline sustainability requirements for CDR, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the EU Taxonomy Regulation, and the Carbon Removal Certification Framework (CRCF) initiative;
  • Promote international collaboration for standardized removal accounting to prevent double counting, ensuring global enforcement;
  • Review the adequacy of environmental liability regimes concerning CDR activities, including research and deployment.

Find out more about each recommendation by downloading the policy brief below.

Author

Bennet Francis, Dominic Lenzi, Michel Bourban.

Date of publication

30 October 2023

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TechEthos (2023) Key messages for the ethical governance of Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR). Deliverable to the European Commission. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Deliverable | 30 October 2023

Complementing the ALLEA European Code of Conduct for Research Integrity

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Complementing the ALLEA European Code of Conduct for Research Integrity

Deliverable | 28 October 2023

In short

This report presents the views of the TechEthos consortium partners (collected both in writing and in an online workshop) to provide further feedback for the revision of the European Code of Conduct for Research Integrity.

The feedback of the TechEthos consortium did not only serve as an input on broad research integrity issues. It also allowed for the collection of critical opinions on the ethical, legal, and societal aspects related to the development and application of new technologies, as well as on the responsible use of new technologies in collecting, analysing, and publishing research results.

The full version of the European Code of Conduct, as well as a document that summarizes the stakeholder consultation process and its outcomes, can be accessed directly via https://allea.org/code-of-conduct/.

Authors

Hiney M. (ALLEA), Vleugel M. (ALLEA).

Date of publication

30 October 2023

Status

Draft version submitted to the European Commission for review

Cite this resource

Maura Hiney & Mathijs Vleugel (2023). TechEthos Deliverable D5.5: Complementing the ALLEA European Code of Conduct for Research Integrity. TechEthos Project Deliverable. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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Deliverable | 28 October 2023

Criteria for ethical review by RECs in emerging technology research

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Criteria for ethical review by RECs in emerging technology research

Deliverable | 28 October 2023

In short

This deliverable underlines the complexities of ethical review processes within Research Ethics Committees (RECs) concerning emerging technologies like neurotechnology (NT), digital extended reality (DXR), and climate engineering (CE).

Thanks to a comprehensive methodology involving literature review, REC member surveys, and expert workshops, the report identifies critical challenges faced by RECs. These challenges comprise both structural aspects (e.g., limitations in scope and expertise) and topical elements (including the assessment of fairness, autonomy, and private sector involvement)

The document provides vital recommendations aimed at enhancing REC capabilities and promoting ethical research practices in the realm of new and emerging technologies.

Authors

Carly Seedall (EUREC Office), Tom Lindemann (EUREC), Renate Klar (EUREC), Lisa Tambornino (EUREC).

Date of publication

28 October 2023

Status

Draft version submitted to the European Commission for review

Cite this resource

Seedall, C., Lindemann, T., Klar, R., Tambornino, L., (2023). Criteria for ethical review by RECs in emerging technology research. TechEthos Project Deliverable. Available at: www.techethos.eu.

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