Tech Ethics Series

Workshops series sponsored by the Office of Research and the Raul Deju Institute for AI

Ethics reside at the core of the research process, and new ethical challenges arise with generative and agentic AI. Organized by Professor Chris ChoGlueck, this series in Tech Ethics aims to support and improve knowledge about the ethics of technology, including ML and AI, and create a culture of integrity, inclusion, and equity in research. We offer regular workshops that foster awareness and discussion and build a network of support among researchers. All are invited to participate in these conversations about ethics & integrity in our research communities at NMT.

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Fall 2025 Workshops

1. Ethical Challenges with AI in Research

This interactive workshop provides a forum for discussing and reflecting on the ethics of AI tools within academic research. Facilitated by Faculty Advisor for AI Ethics Dr. Chris ChoGlueck (Associate Professor of Ethics, CLASS), the workshop covers the traditional definition of research misconduct and emerging challenges with generative/agentic AI. We will discuss new federal guidance and scenarios on data sharing and AI-assisted writing. This event is free and open to all members of the broader NMT community. Light snacks will be provided.

This training is sponsored by the Raul Deju Institute for AI. It is particularly suited to those conducting research on campus, regardless of experience level, including undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, and staff. If you cannot attend in person, the workshop can be viewed on Zoom or as a recording (email Christopher.ChoGlueck@nmt.edu). 

What: “Ethical Challenges with AI in Research”

When: Friday, Oct. 9 from 3 to 5 pm MT  

Where: MSEC 101 (and Zoom, email Dr. ChoGlueck for link)

 

2. Mentoring and Communication

Details TBD

When: Friday, Nov. 6 from 2:30 to 4:30 pm MT  

Where: TBD

 

Ethics Workshop Offerings

  • Basics of Responsible Research
  • Conflicts of Interest & Sponsorship Bias
  • Data Management & Integrity
  • Fostering Ethics in Indigenous Research
  • Implicit Bias in STEM
  • Integrating Ethics in STEM Classes
  • Intellectual Property (IP) Rights & Responsibilities
  • Engaging the Public
  • Misconduct & Whistleblowing
  • Power of Authorship
  • Responsible Mentoring
  • Replication, Reproducibility, & Responsibility
  • Ethics Q/A

Feel free to email Dr. ChoGlueck for recordings/slides

Resources:

HHS Office of Research Integrity

Responsible Conduct of Research Casebook, with stories about research worth discussing:

  • Authorship and publication
  • Research Misconduct
  • Collaboration
  • Data Acquisition and Management
  • Conflicts of Interest
  • Peer Review
  • Mentor and Trainee Relationships
  • Social Responsibility
  • plus an Instructors’ Manual

RCR Casebook: Stories About Researchers Worth Discussing

NSF Online Ethics Center for Science and Engineering

Case studies and scenarios for many disciplines, including the following (and more):

  • Aerospace engineering & Astrophysics
  • Applied mathematics
  • Biochemistry & Chemical Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology
  • Civil & Industrial Engineering
  • Computer Science & Information Technology
  • Earth & Environmental Sciences
  • Economics & Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical & Nuclear Engineering
  • Psychology & Cognitive Science
  • Statistics & Probability

Online Ethics Center: Case Studies & Scenarios

NMT Office of Research Compliance

Case studies for use with the RCR Training plan including,

  • Plagiarism & Misconduct
  • Gender Bias in Academia
  • Approaches to Disabilities in the Workplace
  • Using AI to Write a Manuscript

Case Studies on RCR (Responsible Conduct of Research)