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As part of its mission, irecs is collaborating with NanoEthics, a leading journal focusing on studies of new and emerging technologies, to announce a Call for Papers (CfP) for a special issue titled “Strengthening Ethical Oversight of Emerging Technologies”. This initiative seeks to explore how research ethics and integrity measures can help meet the challenges posed by new technologies and promote responsible science.

Key themes and topics

The special issue invites contributions on various topics, including but not limited to:

• Ethics Training: Innovative programmes that prepare researchers to navigate ethical complexities.
• Frameworks for Ethical Assessment: Development of tools to evaluate ethical dimensions of research.
• Global and Cultural Ethics:  Strategies for harmonising ethical standards across borders.
• Public Trust and Transparency: approaches to ensuring accountability and maintaining societal trust in research and development.
• Stakeholder Inclusion: Diversity and inclusion practices within Research Ethics Committees (RECs)
• Future Ethics Challenges: Anticipatory frameworks for emerging ethical issues.

For a comprehensive list of topics and detailed submission guidelines, visit the

Call for Paper page on NanoEthics: https://link.springer.com/collections/hahgbbdfcf

Submissions are welcome from a wide range of disciplines, emphasising the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing ethical dilemmas in science and technology.

Key Dates:

Submission deadline: 5 May 2025

Publication date: Articles will be reviewed and published on a rolling basis as they are accepted.

Why Contribute?

This special issue represents an opportunity for you to:

• Have Advanced Ethical Oversight: contribute to shaping the global discourse on ethical oversight in science and technology.
• Share Expertise: share innovative methodologies and frameworks with a diverse, interdisciplinary audience.
• Influence Policy Change: Inform policy and practice to safeguard the integrity of scientific research.

By contributing, you can play an important role in ensuring that research and innovation are done responsibly.

Join the Conversation

Emerging technologies hold great potential but also pose unique challenges. With collaboration and shared expertise, these challenges can be addressed effectively. irecs invites you to join the conversation, share your insights, and collaborate for a more ethical research ecosystem.

For more details about the call for papers or to submit your manuscript, visit the NanoEthics Website.

Author:
George Ogoh, University of Nottingham