Emerging Tech Governance: Opportunities and Challenges of AI in Medicine

Explore the complex landscape of emerging technology governance in medicine through this insightful lecture by Debra Mathews. Delve into the challenges posed by rapidly advancing scientific developments, from genetic engineering to consumer neurotechnology and AI systems like ChatGPT. Examine how these technologies often transcend traditional boundaries, creating governance gaps across medical, consumer, and law enforcement sectors. Analyze the limitations of current ethical frameworks in addressing population and societal-level impacts of new technologies. Through a series of examples, gain a deeper understanding of the ongoing efforts by the US National Academies and other organizations to tackle these governance challenges. Learn about innovative approaches being developed to ensure responsible development and implementation of AI and other emerging technologies in healthcare and beyond.