Past Events
The ESDiT research consortium is regularly organizing events to discuss the ethics of disruptive technologies with other researchers and with stakeholders.
But What Should We Do? The Ethics of Climate Action, with John Broome

Climate action aims to create a better, more just world. It therefore requires not just technical knowledge, but also ethical understanding. Join John Broome (Oxford), in conversation with James Hutton (TU Delft), as they delve into the philosophical underpinnings of climate action. This discussion, suitable for experts and non-experts alike, will explore critical questions about […]
Book Launch: The Ethics of Surveillance in Times of Emergency

Adam Henschke (University of Twente) and Kevin Macnish will present their co-edited book “The Ethics Of Surveillance In Times Of Emergency” on 17 May at the University of Twente. The book’s editors Kevin Macnish and Adam Henschke will be discussing themes of the book, with a reflection on the disruption that was COVID-19 – how this […]
CEN Online Lectures: A Theory of Moral Conceptual Change with Philip Brey

How do moral concepts change over time? Philip Brey (University of Twente and ESDiT lead) answered this question by presenting a theory of moral conceptual change. The theory considers different types of changes that can occur in moral concepts, and also considers how these changes may be triggered. It also considers how new moral concepts […]
Our event calendar features:
- Internal ESDIT events (just for ESDIT fellows)
- ESDIT events that are by invitation only
- Public ESDIT events aimed at various target groups
- Selected events by external organizers
So please check the event info to see if an event is also meant for you!