Ethics in AI Seminar: Responsible Research and Publication in AI

AI technologies are increasingly shaping individual lives and society, bringing both significant benefits and a growing list of harms.

Overview

Authors: University of Oxford Podcast

Publication Date: 7 December 2021

Link: https://podcasts.ox.ac.uk/ethics-ai-seminar-responsible-research-and-publication-ai

Keywords: seminar, AI research, ethics, responsible innovation, large language models, well-being, impact

Type: Audio/Podcast

Summary

AI technologies are increasingly shaping individual lives and society, bringing both significant benefits and a growing list of harms. These include concerns over fairness, privacy, worker exploitation, environmental impact, and ethical lapses in research. High-profile controversies have sparked calls for the AI research community to take greater responsibility for ensuring ethical practices and beneficial outcomes. Key questions arise: How should researchers address AI's societal impacts? Where is the balance between academic freedom and prioritizing societal well-being, or between openness and caution in publishing? Are technical researchers equipped to handle ethical challenges, or should other disciplines take the lead? What lessons can be drawn from other high-stakes fields? In this seminar, Rosie Campbell, Carolyn Ashurst, and Helena Webb will explore these issues through examples like conference impact statements, large language model release strategies, and practical approaches to responsible innovation.