Science and Technology
Science and Technology
UW initiative 'Society + Technology' aims to foster broad collaboration at critical intersection
- A new initiative at the University of Washington called Society + Technology, born out of a task force first assembled in 2021, is working to foster cross-campus collaboration and boost the UW's public profile as it relates to technology's social,
The University of Washington has launched the Society, Technology, and Society (STS) initiative to explore the intersection of technology and societal issues. This initiative aims to foster collaboration across various disciplines including engineering, social sciences, and humanities to address critical challenges like AI ethics, privacy, and the societal impacts of technology. The STS initiative will involve creating new academic programs, research projects, and public engagement efforts to ensure technology development benefits society broadly. It seeks to integrate diverse perspectives to tackle issues such as digital equity, misinformation, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies, promoting a more inclusive and responsible tech ecosystem.
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