Welcome to the Practical Ethics Blog, where you can find Practical Ethics writings by authors drawn from researchers and students at the Uehiro Oxford Institute, University of Oxford, and from our visitors and guest authors. We focus on topical issues with practical ethical relevance, including developments in science and technology, environmental policy, public health, and information ethics.
The Practical Ethics Blog aims to encourage cutting edge philosophical analysis of current events and key academic research in an accessible way. The goal is to promote dialogue and debate. The arguments presented are entirely the authors’ own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the University of Oxford or any of its Departments or Centres.
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