TOPIC:  ETHICS

Questions to consider 

• What are some of the ethical issues facing scientists and policy makers?
• When is self-regulation by the scientific community of its conduct impossible or undesirable?

Resources

• Online Ethics Center at the National Academy of Engineering
• Neal, H.A., T. Smith, J. McCormick, 2008: Beyond Sputnik: U.S. Science Policy in the Twenty-First Century, University of Michigan Press. (Chapter 14)
• The National Research Council, 1995: On Being a Scientist: Responsible Conduct in Research, National Academy Press
• AAAS Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religion

NOTE: While we are developing a more comprehensive curriculum, we welcome any comments or suggestions you may have, including references and topics.

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