Host Kayden-Harmony, with guest Mike Stra In this episode of the Viterbi Conversations in Ethics podcast, we delve into the intricate world of weapon development…
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Crunch Culture in the Video Game Industry
Host Brennen Rudd, with guest Starr Hinton In this episode, join USC computer science undergraduate Starr Hinton and host Brennen Rudd as they explore a…
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Plan B turned Plan A: Geoengineering To Resolve Climate Change?
Geoengineering is considered a potential solution to mitigate the increasingly severe impacts of climate change. However, due to scientific and ethical concerns, it is critical to approach geoengineering techniques with caution. As a result, the American Geophysical Union (AGU) has unveiled a new ethical framework to help promote responsible and sustainable scientific research.
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The Stars We Can No Longer See: The Impediment of Satellite Mega Constellations on Astronomical Research
The launch of thousands of new private satellites for global internet coverage has led to unprecedented levels of light pollution and radio interference levels. Astronomers worldwide report increasing difficulty researching while satellite companies expand their networks. Space debris also makes launching scientific satellites and space operations for research purposes more challenging. This situation highlights the growing tension between expanding global internet access to underserved communities and preserving humanity’s ability to conduct astronomical research, prompting calls for reformed international space policies.
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Fighting Hurricane Misinformation: Meteorologists Make the Climate Connection Amidst Storm of Lies
The warnings preceding Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Martin were more accurate than ever before due to advances in forecasting methodology and technology. However, meteorologists have never faced such intense skepticism, hatred, and conspiracy-minded pushback. Many have been accused of steering the hurricanes, and others have faced threats of violence online. These false claims have been viewed more than 160 million times in the days following the hurricanes, and have even been pushed by government officials. However, in an effort to fight these false narratives, government authorities, civil society organizations, and meteorologists are now pushing back on disaster-related misinformation.
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A Long Way From Home: Starliner Crew’s Extended Stay in Space
On June 5, the spacecraft Starliner, docked at the ISS. Starliner transported Suni Williams and Butch Willmore who were originally scheduled for an eight day mission. However, the duo did not return with Starliner as planned. Instead, they will stay on the ISS for an extra eight months, joining NASA’s Crew 9 to complete Expedition 72. Their last minute addition to the team is fortunate, but is ultimately a result of irresponsible engineering.
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The U.N.’s Saving Grace: Addressing Agenda 2030 with Technology
This article dives into the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda, which consists of 17 Sustainable Development Goals to be achieved by 2030. Technology is considered to be a possible avenue in attaining these goals; however, limited internet infrastructure access are potential roadblocks to be faced along the way.
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Hosts Aryan Shah and Brennen Rudd, with guest Professor Nenad Medvidovic In this episode of the Viterbi Conversations in Ethics, expert guest Professor Nenad Medvidovic…
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Training AI with AI: Danger of Model Collapse on Internet Information Integrity
The spread of AI-generated content on the internet poses a significant threat to the integrity of online information. As AI models are trained on the data they generate, a phenomenon known as “model collapse” can produce inaccurate content. This article examines the potential consequences of model collapse, such as creating echo chambers and degrading internet information. Researchers have proposed a solution to combat the model collapse, which involves blending AI-generated and human-authored data in training processes. By striking a balance between AI’s efficiency and human content’s reliability, we can harness AI’s potential while preserving the digital landscape’s authenticity.
View More Training AI with AI: Danger of Model Collapse on Internet Information IntegrityCharging Ahead: Ethical Engineering in Electric Vehicles
Hosted by Aryan Shah and Brennen Rudd with guest Fred Pan In this episode of Viterbi Conversations in Ethics, hosts Brennen Rudd, a computational biology…
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