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What is the primary function of ransomware?
How does the Social Credit System assess citizens?
What is the role of the Textalyzer device?
Which of the following describes the function of the Citizen App?
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What is the main concern regarding 3-D printing as stated in social implications?
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What does the term 'science' primarily refer to?
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Which of the following best describes the definition of 'technology'?
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What aspect does 'Society' encompass in the context of science and technology?
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What is the role of science, technology, and society as an academic discipline?
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Which condition is NOT necessary for a situation to be considered a moral dilemma?
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What defines ethical or moral dilemmas?
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The definition of 'dilemma' includes which of the following elements?
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Which of the following is an emerging ethical dilemma mentioned?
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Study Notes
Definition of Terms
- Science: Derived from Latin "scientia" (knowledge); systematic activity of building knowledge about the universe through observation and experimentation.
- Technology: Originates from Greek "techne" (art, skill); application of scientific knowledge to produce tools and solve real-world problems.
- Society: A community of individuals living together in an organized manner.
Science, Technology, and Society
- Examines the interplay between society and the evolution of science and technology within an academic framework.
- Integrates history, philosophy, and sociology to understand and evaluate the role of science and technology in society.
- Highlights that scientific knowledge lacks inherent moral or ethical values; distinguishes science from technology.
Historical Context
- Emerged from the interwar period and the Cold War, focusing on the links between scientific knowledge, technological systems, and societal impacts.
Ethical Dilemma
- Defined as a conflict where an individual must choose between two or more unacceptable options.
- Moral Dilemmas: Specific cases where moral agents face conflicting options that fail to provide a morally acceptable resolution.
Conditions of Moral Dilemmas
- Obligation: The agent must decide on the best course of action.
- Options: Multiple courses of action must be available.
- Moral Compromise: Every possible action leads to the violation of some moral principle.
Ten Emerging Ethical Dilemmas
- Helix: Digital app store for genome reading.
- BlessU-2 Popper: The first robot priest and monk.
- Emotion-Sensing Facial Recognition: Software to gauge emotional responses in various contexts.
- Ransomware: Data hostage tactics requiring ransom payments.
- Textalyzer: Device for analyzing phone usage during accidents.
- Social Credit System: Surveillance-based scoring of citizens' actions.
- Google Clips: Hands-free camera for effortless moment capture.
- Sentencing Software: Algorithm influencing court sentencing decisions.
- Friendbot: App preserving deceased individuals' digital presence for continued interactions.
- Citizen App: Alerts users about local crimes and significant events.
Social Implications of Dilemmas
- Refers to the societal outcomes resulting from events or actions, which can also relate to the impact of laws or policies.
- Examples of dilemmas affecting society include:
- Personalized genetic testing and medicine.
- Hacking risks in medical devices.
- The emergence of driverless vehicles.
- Advancements in 3-D printing technology.
- Strategies for climate change adaptation.
- Issues regarding counterfeit pharmaceuticals.
- Raising questions about autonomous systems.
- Ethical concerns surrounding human-animal hybrids (chimeras).
- Ensuring equitable access to wireless technology and spectrum.
- Challenges associated with data collection and privacy.
- Development of human enhancements.
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Explore the intricate relationship between science, technology, and society through this quiz. Understand how these fields influence and shape each other, particularly from a historical and ethical standpoint. Ideal for those interested in the social implications of scientific advancement.
