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The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Hardcover): Michele Loi, Bert Gordijn, Markus Christen The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Hardcover)
Michele Loi, Bert Gordijn, Markus Christen
R1,635 Discovery Miles 16 350 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Disasters - Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Hardcover): Bert Gordijn, Donal P. O'Mathuna, Vilius Dranseika Disasters - Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Hardcover)
Bert Gordijn, Donal P. O'Mathuna, Vilius Dranseika
R1,423 Discovery Miles 14 230 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Contemporary European Perspectives on the Ethics of End of Life Care (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): Nathan Emmerich, Pierre Mallia,... Contemporary European Perspectives on the Ethics of End of Life Care (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Nathan Emmerich, Pierre Mallia, Bert Gordijn, Francesca Pistoia
R3,732 Discovery Miles 37 320 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book examines the ethics of end of life care, focusing on the kinds of decisions that are commonly made in clinical practice. Specific attention is paid to the intensification of treatment for terminal symptoms, particularly pain relief, and the withdrawal and withholding of care, particularly life-saving or life-prolonging medical care. The book is structured into three sections. The first section contains essays examining end of life care from the perspective of moral theory and theology. The second sets out various conceptual terms and distinctions relevant to decision-making at the end of life. The third section contains chapters that focus on substantive ethical issues. This format not only provides for a comprehensive analysis of the ethical issues that arise in the context of end of life care but allows readers to effectively trace the philosophical, theological and conceptual underpinnings that inform their specific interests. This work will be of interest to scholars working in the area as well as clinicians, specialists and healthcare professionals who encounter these issues in the course of their practice.

Disaster Bioethics: Normative Issues When Nothing is Normal (Hardcover, 2012): Donal P. O'Mathuna, Bert Gordijn, Mike... Disaster Bioethics: Normative Issues When Nothing is Normal (Hardcover, 2012)
Donal P. O'Mathuna, Bert Gordijn, Mike Clarke
R4,028 Discovery Miles 40 280 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The first detailed examination of disaster bioethics covering both the ethics of disaster healthcare as well as disaster research Takes a global perspective where the differences in culture and resources are acknowledged Written by an international panel of leading scholars This book provides an early exploration of the new field of disaster bioethics: examining the ethical issues raised by disasters. Healthcare ethics issues are addressed in the first part of this book. Large-scale casualties lead to decisions about who to treat and who to leave behind, cultural challenges, and communication ethics. The second part focuses on disaster research ethics. With the growing awareness of the need for evidence to guide disaster preparedness and response, more research is being conducted in disasters. Any research involving humans raises ethical questions and requires appropriate regulation and oversight. The authors explore how disaster research can take account of survivors? vulnerability, informed consent, the sudden onset of disasters, and other ethical issues. Both parts examine ethical challenges where seeking to do good, harm can be done. Faced with overwhelming needs and scarce resources, no good solution may be apparent. But choosing the less wrong option can have a high price. In addition, what might seem right at home may not be seen to be right elsewhere. This book provides in-depth and practical reflection on these and other challenging ethical questions arising during disasters. Scholars and practitioners who gathered at the Brocher Foundation in Geneva, Switzerland in 2011 offer their reflections to promote further dialogue so that those devastated by disasters are respected by being treated in the most ethically sound ways possible.

Biobanks and Tissue Research - The Public, the Patient and the Regulation (Hardcover, 2011 ed.): Christian Lenk, Judit Sandor,... Biobanks and Tissue Research - The Public, the Patient and the Regulation (Hardcover, 2011 ed.)
Christian Lenk, Judit Sandor, Bert Gordijn
R2,806 Discovery Miles 28 060 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The research field of biobanks and tissue research is highly promising. Many projects around the globe are involved in the collection of human tissue and health data for research purposes. These initiatives are driven by the perspective of decisive breakthroughs in the knowledge of the genetic pathways involved in widespread diseases. However, there are considerable ethical and legal challenges to be considered as well. These challenges encompass the use of body material for research purposes, the misuse of genetic and other health data by third parties, trust in science and medicine, concerns regarding privacy, use of genetic data for forensic applications by the state and the police, and regulatory issues. This volume is divided into three parts: the inclusion of the public, the rights of donors and patients, examples and recommendations for the future of tissue research. It presents a comprehensive overview of the most important topics in the field by renowned scholars in medical ethics and biolaw.

Medical Enhancement and Posthumanity (Hardcover, 2009 ed.): Bert Gordijn, Ruth Chadwick Medical Enhancement and Posthumanity (Hardcover, 2009 ed.)
Bert Gordijn, Ruth Chadwick
R4,369 Discovery Miles 43 690 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

As we are increasingly using new technologies to change ourselves beyond therapy and in accordance with our own desires, understanding the challenges of human enhancement has become one of the most urgent topics of the current age. This volume contributes to such an understanding by critically examining the pros and cons of our growing ability to shape human nature through technological advancements. The authors undertake careful analyses of decisive questions that will confront society as enhancement interventions using bio-, info-, neuro- and nanotechnologies become widespread in the years to come. They provide the reader with the conceptual tools necessary to address such questions fruitfully. What makes the book especially attractive is the combination of conceptual, historical and ethical approaches, rendering it highly original. In addition, the well-balanced structure allows both favourable and critical views to be voiced. Moreover, the work has a crystal clear structure. As a consequence, the book is accessible to a broad academic audience. The issues raised are of interest to a wide reflective public concerned about science and ethics, as well as to students, academics and professionals in areas such as philosophy, applied ethics, bioethics, medicine and health management.

Disasters: Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018): Donal P. O'Mathuna, Vilius Dranseika, Bert Gordijn Disasters: Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018)
Donal P. O'Mathuna, Vilius Dranseika, Bert Gordijn
R1,580 Discovery Miles 15 800 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This Open Access Book is the first to examine disasters from a multidisciplinary perspective. Justification of actions in the face of disasters requires recourse both to conceptual analysis and ethical traditions. Part 1 of the book contains chapters on how disasters are conceptualized in different academic disciplines relevant to disasters. Part 2 has chapters on how ethical issues that arise in relation to disasters can be addressed from a number of fundamental normative approaches in moral and political philosophy. This book sets the stage for more focused normative debates given that no one book can be completely comprehensive. Providing analysis of core concepts, and with real-world relevance, this book should be of interest to disaster scholars and researchers, those working in ethics and political philosophy, as well as policy makers, humanitarian actors and intergovernmental organizations..

In Pursuit of Nanoethics (Hardcover, 2012): Bert Gordijn, Anthony Mark Cutter In Pursuit of Nanoethics (Hardcover, 2012)
Bert Gordijn, Anthony Mark Cutter
R3,362 Discovery Miles 33 620 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This volume assembles an interdisciplinary team of leading academics, industry figures, policymakers and NGO s to consider the legal, ethical and social issues that are raised by innovations in nanoscience and nanotechnology. By bringing together international experts from a diverse range of fields this volume addresses the implications and impact that nanotechnology has on society. Through the exploration of six key themes the contributors analyse both the impact of nanotechnology and the emergence of the concept of nanoethics. Each section includes authors from both sides of the political and scientific divide incorporating both positive and negative perspectives on nanotechnology, as well as including discussions of associated concepts such as converging technologies. The result provides for the widest and most balanced discussion of these issues to date"

Bioethics in a European Perspective (Hardcover, 2002 ed.): H.A Ten Have, Bert Gordijn Bioethics in a European Perspective (Hardcover, 2002 ed.)
H.A Ten Have, Bert Gordijn
R5,757 Discovery Miles 57 570 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book gives an overview of the most salient themes in present-day bioethics. The book focuses on perspectives typical for the European context. This highlights not only particular bioethical themes such as social justice, choices in health care, and health policy (e.g., in post-communist countries), it also emphasizes specific approaches in ethical theory, in relation to Continental philosophies such as phenomenology and hermeneutics.

The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): Markus Christen, Bert Gordijn, Michele Loi The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Markus Christen, Bert Gordijn, Michele Loi
R3,330 Discovery Miles 33 300 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This open access book provides the first comprehensive collection of papers that provide an integrative view on cybersecurity. It discusses theories, problems and solutions on the relevant ethical issues involved. This work is sorely needed in a world where cybersecurity has become indispensable to protect trust and confidence in the digital infrastructure whilst respecting fundamental values like equality, fairness, freedom, or privacy. The book has a strong practical focus as it includes case studies outlining ethical issues in cybersecurity and presenting guidelines and other measures to tackle those issues. It is thus not only relevant for academics but also for practitioners in cybersecurity such as providers of security software, governmental CERTs or Chief Security Officers in companies.

Contemporary European Perspectives on the Ethics of End of Life Care (Paperback, 1st ed. 2020): Nathan Emmerich, Pierre Mallia,... Contemporary European Perspectives on the Ethics of End of Life Care (Paperback, 1st ed. 2020)
Nathan Emmerich, Pierre Mallia, Bert Gordijn, Francesca Pistoia
R4,022 Discovery Miles 40 220 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book examines the ethics of end of life care, focusing on the kinds of decisions that are commonly made in clinical practice. Specific attention is paid to the intensification of treatment for terminal symptoms, particularly pain relief, and the withdrawal and withholding of care, particularly life-saving or life-prolonging medical care. The book is structured into three sections. The first section contains essays examining end of life care from the perspective of moral theory and theology. The second sets out various conceptual terms and distinctions relevant to decision-making at the end of life. The third section contains chapters that focus on substantive ethical issues. This format not only provides for a comprehensive analysis of the ethical issues that arise in the context of end of life care but allows readers to effectively trace the philosophical, theological and conceptual underpinnings that inform their specific interests. This work will be of interest to scholars working in the area as well as clinicians, specialists and healthcare professionals who encounter these issues in the course of their practice.

The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Paperback, 1st ed. 2020): Markus Christen, Bert Gordijn, Michele Loi The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Paperback, 1st ed. 2020)
Markus Christen, Bert Gordijn, Michele Loi
R2,581 Discovery Miles 25 810 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This open access book provides the first comprehensive collection of papers that provide an integrative view on cybersecurity. It discusses theories, problems and solutions on the relevant ethical issues involved. This work is sorely needed in a world where cybersecurity has become indispensable to protect trust and confidence in the digital infrastructure whilst respecting fundamental values like equality, fairness, freedom, or privacy. The book has a strong practical focus as it includes case studies outlining ethical issues in cybersecurity and presenting guidelines and other measures to tackle those issues. It is thus not only relevant for academics but also for practitioners in cybersecurity such as providers of security software, governmental CERTs or Chief Security Officers in companies.

Disasters: Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018): Donal P.... Disasters: Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2018)
Donal P. O'Mathuna, Vilius Dranseika, Bert Gordijn
R1,589 Discovery Miles 15 890 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This Open Access Book is the first to examine disasters from a multidisciplinary perspective. Justification of actions in the face of disasters requires recourse both to conceptual analysis and ethical traditions. Part 1 of the book contains chapters on how disasters are conceptualized in different academic disciplines relevant to disasters. Part 2 has chapters on how ethical issues that arise in relation to disasters can be addressed from a number of fundamental normative approaches in moral and political philosophy. This book sets the stage for more focused normative debates given that no one book can be completely comprehensive. Providing analysis of core concepts, and with real-world relevance, this book should be of interest to disaster scholars and researchers, those working in ethics and political philosophy, as well as policy makers, humanitarian actors and intergovernmental organizations..

Disaster Bioethics: Normative Issues When Nothing is Normal (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014): Dónal... Disaster Bioethics: Normative Issues When Nothing is Normal (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014)
Dónal P. O’Mathúna, Bert Gordijn, Mike Clarke
R4,591 Discovery Miles 45 910 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book provides an early exploration of the new field of disaster bioethics: examining the ethical issues raised by disasters. Healthcare ethics issues are addressed in the first part of this book. Large-scale casualties lead to decisions about who to treat and who to leave behind, cultural challenges, and communication ethics. The second part focuses on disaster research ethics. With the growing awareness of the need for evidence to guide disaster preparedness and response, more research is being conducted in disasters. Any research involving humans raises ethical questions and requires appropriate regulation and oversight. The authors explore how disaster research can take account of survivors? vulnerability, informed consent, the sudden onset of disasters, and other ethical issues. Both parts examine ethical challenges where seeking to do good, harm can be done. Faced with overwhelming needs and scarce resources, no good solution may be apparent. But choosing the less wrong option can have a high price. In addition, what might seem right at home may not be seen to be right elsewhere. This book provides in-depth and practical reflection on these and other challenging ethical questions arising during disasters. Scholars and practitioners who gathered at the Brocher Foundation in Geneva, Switzerland in 2011 offer their reflections to promote further dialogue so that those devastated by disasters are respected by being treated in the most ethically soun d ways possible.  

In Pursuit of Nanoethics (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014): Bert Gordijn, Anthony Mark Cutter In Pursuit of Nanoethics (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014)
Bert Gordijn, Anthony Mark Cutter
R3,368 Discovery Miles 33 680 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The volume contributes to the ongoing nanoethics debate in four topical areas. The first part tackles questions of what could be called ‘meta-nanoethics’. Its focus lies on basic concepts and the issue of what - if anything - is truly novel and special about the new field of nanoethics or its subject matter. The second part of this volume presents a selection of interesting perspectives on some of the opportunities and challenges of nanotechnology. Part three takes a more in depth look at one of the most pressing current concerns: how to deal with the risks and uncertainties surrounding nanotechnology in a responsible manner. In its fourth and final part the volume touches on issues of public debate and policy.

Biobanks and Tissue Research - The Public, the Patient and the Regulation (Paperback, 2011 ed.): Christian Lenk, Judit Sandor,... Biobanks and Tissue Research - The Public, the Patient and the Regulation (Paperback, 2011 ed.)
Christian Lenk, Judit Sandor, Bert Gordijn
R2,775 Discovery Miles 27 750 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The research field of biobanks and tissue research is highly promising. Many projects around the globe are involved in the collection of human tissue and health data for research purposes. These initiatives are driven by the perspective of decisive breakthroughs in the knowledge of the genetic pathways involved in widespread diseases. However, there are considerable ethical and legal challenges to be considered as well. These challenges encompass the use of body material for research purposes, the misuse of genetic and other health data by third parties, trust in science and medicine, concerns regarding privacy, use of genetic data for forensic applications by the state and the police, and regulatory issues. This volume is divided into three parts: the inclusion of the public, the rights of donors and patients, examples and recommendations for the future of tissue research. It presents a comprehensive overview of the most important topics in the field by renowned scholars in medical ethics and biolaw.

Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics (Hardcover): James J. Giordano, Bert Gordijn Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics (Hardcover)
James J. Giordano, Bert Gordijn
R3,559 Discovery Miles 35 590 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

While neuroscience has provided insights into the structure and function of nervous systems, hard questions remain about the nature of consciousness, mind, and self. Perhaps the most difficult questions involve the meaning of neuroscientific information, and how to pursue and utilize neuroscientific knowledge in ways that are consistent with some construal of social 'good'. Written for researchers and graduate students in neuroscience and bioethics, Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics explores important developments in neuroscience and neurotechnology, and addresses the philosophical, ethical, and social issues and problems that such advancements generate. It examines three core questions. First, what is the scope and direction of neuroscientific inquiry? Second, how has progress to date affected scientific and philosophical ideas, and finally, what ethical issues and problems does this progress and knowledge incur, both now and in the future?

Bioethics in a European Perspective (Paperback, Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2002): H.A Ten Have, Bert Gordijn Bioethics in a European Perspective (Paperback, Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2002)
H.A Ten Have, Bert Gordijn
R5,481 Discovery Miles 54 810 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In this book, developed by a group of collaborating scholars in bioethics from different European countries, an overview is given of the most salient themes in present-day bioethics. The themes are discussed in order to enable the reader to have an in-depth overview of the state of the art in bioethics. Introductory chapters will guide the reader through the relevant dimensions of a particular area, while subsequent case discussions will help the reader to apply the ethical theories to specific clinical problems and health policy queries. The book focuses on perspectives typical for the European context. This highlights not only particular bioethical themes such as social justice, choices in health care, and health policy (e.g., in post-communist countries), it also emphasizes specific approaches in ethical theory, in relation to Continental philosophies such as phenomenology and hermeneutics.
Because of its articulation of what is typical for the European health care setting as well as for bioethical debate, this book is unique in comparison to existing textbooks in bioethics.
The book is an introductory textbook acquainting the reader with the major issues in present-day health care as well as the various theoretical and practical approaches to clarify these issues.

Medical Enhancement and Posthumanity (Paperback, Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009): Bert Gordijn, Ruth Chadwick Medical Enhancement and Posthumanity (Paperback, Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009)
Bert Gordijn, Ruth Chadwick
R4,214 Discovery Miles 42 140 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

As we are increasingly using new technologies to change ourselves beyond therapy and in accordance with our own desires, understanding the challenges of human enhancement has become one of the most urgent topics of the current age. This volume contributes to such an understanding by critically examining the pros and cons of our growing ability to shape human nature through technological advancements. The authors undertake careful analyses of decisive questions that will confront society as enhancement interventions using bio-, info-, neuro- and nanotechnologies become widespread in the years to come. They provide the reader with the conceptual tools necessary to address such questions fruitfully. What makes the book especially attractive is the combination of conceptual, historical and ethical approaches, rendering it highly original. In addition, the well-balanced structure allows both favourable and critical views to be voiced. Moreover, the work has a crystal clear structure. As a consequence, the book is accessible to a broad academic audience. The issues raised are of interest to a wide reflective public concerned about science and ethics, as well as to students, academics and professionals in areas such as philosophy, applied ethics, bioethics, medicine and health management.

The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Paperback): Michele Loi, Bert Gordijn, Markus Christen The Ethics of Cybersecurity (Paperback)
Michele Loi, Bert Gordijn, Markus Christen
R1,349 Discovery Miles 13 490 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics (Paperback): James J. Giordano, Bert Gordijn Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics (Paperback)
James J. Giordano, Bert Gordijn
R1,513 Discovery Miles 15 130 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

While neuroscience has provided insights into the structure and function of nervous systems, hard questions remain about the nature of consciousness, mind, and self. Perhaps the most difficult questions involve the meaning of neuroscientific information, and how to pursue and utilize neuroscientific knowledge in ways that are consistent with some construal of social 'good'. Written for researchers and graduate students in neuroscience and bioethics, Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics explores important developments in neuroscience and neurotechnology, and addresses the philosophical, ethical, and social issues and problems that such advancements generate. It examines three core questions. First, what is the scope and direction of neuroscientific inquiry? Second, how has progress to date affected scientific and philosophical ideas, and finally, what ethical issues and problems does this progress and knowledge incur, both now and in the future?

Disasters - Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Paperback): Bert Gordijn, Donal P. O'Mathuna, Vilius Dranseika Disasters - Core Concepts and Ethical Theories (Paperback)
Bert Gordijn, Donal P. O'Mathuna, Vilius Dranseika
R1,136 Discovery Miles 11 360 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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