The Scientist's Oath
Variations on a Hippocratic Oath for scientists.
Folksonomies: ethics oath
Memes
24 JAN 2014
Hippocratic Oath
I swear by Apollo the physician, by Asclepius, by Heahh, by Panacea and by all the gods and goddesses, making them my witnesses, that I will carry out, according to my ability and judgment, this oath and this indenture. To hold my teacher in this art equal to my own parents; to make him partner in my livelihood; when he is in need of money to share mine with him; to consider his family as my own brothers and to teach them this art, if they want to learn it, without fee or indenture; to impart...
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02 JUN 2011
Physician's Oath
Physician's Oath
At the time of being admitted as a member of the medical profession:
I solemnly pledge myself to consecrate my life to the service of humanity;
I will give to my teachers the respect and gratitude which is their due;
I will practice my profession with conscience and dignity; the health of my patient will be my first consideration;
I will maintain by all the means in my power, the honor and the noble traditions of the medical profession; my colleagues will be my brothers;
I...Focus on service, respect for teachers, conscientious practice, being nonjudgmental, and respect for human life.
02 JUN 2011
Nurse's Pledge
With full knowledge of the responsibilities I am undertaking, I pledge
to care for my patients with all of the knowledge, skills, and
understanding that I possess, without regard to race, color, creed,
politics, or social status. I will spare no effort to conserve meaningful
life, to alleviate suffering, and to promote health.
I will refrain from any action, which might be harmful to the quality of
life or health of those I care for. I will respect, at all times, the
dignity and religious be...Focuses on treating patients equally, respecting dignity, keeping knowledge current, and refraining from doing harm.
02 JUN 2011
Royal Society's Code of Ethics
The proposed code
Rigour, honesty and integrity
· act with skill and care in all scientific work. Maintain up-to-date skills and assist their development in others
·· take steps to prevent corrupt practices and professional misconduct. Declare conflicts of interest
· be alert to the ways in which research derives from and affects the work of other people, and respect the rights and reputations of others.
Respect for life, the law and the public good
· ensure that your work is lawful and ju...Focuses on the effects of research, enlightening the public, and keeping skills up to date.
02 JUN 2011
Stephen and Lucy Hawking's Scientist's Oath
I swear to use my scientific knowledge for the good of Humanity. I promise never to harm any person in search of enlightenment. I shall be courageous and careful in my quest for greater knowledge about the mysteries that surround us. I shall not use scientific knowledge for my own personal gain or give it to those who seek to destroy the wonderful planet on which we live. If I break my oath, may the beauty and wonder of the Universe forever remain hidden from me.Focuses on greater good, doing no harm, enlightenment, and environmentalism.
02 JUN 2011
Institute for Social Invention's Scientist's Oath
I vow to practice my profession with conscience and dignity; I will strive to apply my skills only with the utmost respect for the well-being of humanity, the earth, and all its species; I will not permit considerations of nationality, politics, prejudice, or material advancement to intervene between my work and this duty to present and future generations. I make this Oath solemnly, freely, and upon my honor.Focuses on dignity, respect, conservation, and clear, neutral judgement.
02 JUN 2011
Dr. Gene Weltfish's Scientist's Oath
I pledge that I will use my knowledge for the good of humanity and against the destructive forces of the world and the ruthless intent of men; and that I will work together with my fellow scientists of whatever nation, creed or color, for these, our common ends.Focuses on using knowledge to the good of humanity and disregarding the ethnicity of peers.
02 JUN 2011
Allegra Goodman's Hippocratic Oath for Scientists
I promise never to allow financial gain, competitiveness or ambition cloud my judgment in the conduct of ethical research and scholarship. I will pursue knowledge and create knowledge for the greater good, but never to the detriment of colleagues, supervisors, research subjects or the international community of scholars of which I am now a member.Focuses on clear judgement and working toward the greater good.
06 MAR 2011
The Prime Directive
As the right of each sentient species to live in accordance with its normal cultural evolution is considered sacred, no Starfleet personnel may interfere with the normal and healthy development of alien life and culture. Such interference includes introducing superior knowledge, strength, or technology to a world whose society is incapable of handling such advantages wisely. Starfleet personnel may not violate this Prime Directive, even to save their lives and/or their ship, unless they are a...Most eloquent definition of the Prime Directive I've found yet.
References
24 JAN 2014
The Hippocratic Oath and the Ethics of Medicine
Books, Brochures, and Chapters>Book: Miles, Steven H. (2005-06-02), The Hippocratic Oath and the Ethics of Medicine, Oxford University Press, Retrieved on 2014-01-24Source Material [books.google.com]
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02 JUN 2011
Declaration of Geneva
Proceedings of Meetings and Symposia>Conference Session: World Medical Association, (1948), Declaration of Geneva, World Medical Association, Retrieved on 2011-06-02Source Material [www.cirp.org]
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02 JUN 2011
Nurse's Pledge
Electronic/World Wide Web>Internet Article: Unknown, (Unknown), Nurse's Pledge, Retrieved on 2011-06-02Source Material [www.nightingaleexpressed.com]
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02 JUN 2011
Ethics code seeks to regulate science
Electronic/World Wide Web>Internet Article: MacLeod, Donald (5 January 2006), Ethics code seeks to regulate science, guardian.co.uk, Retrieved on 2011-06-02Source Material [www.guardian.co.uk]
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02 JUN 2011
George's Secret Key to the Universe
Books, Brochures, and Chapters>Book: Hawking , Stephen and Hawking , Lucy (2009-05-19), George's Secret Key to the Universe, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, Retrieved on 2011-06-02
Folksonomies: childrens books educational
Folksonomies: childrens books educational
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02 JUN 2011
The Hippocratic Oath for Scientists, Engineers and Execut...
Electronic/World Wide Web>Internet Article: Institute for Social Invention, (11/25/2008), The Hippocratic Oath for Scientists, Engineers and Executives, The Institute for Social Invention, Retrieved on 2011-06-02Source Material [www.sbs.utexas.edu]
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02 JUN 2011
Science: Scientists' Oath
Electronic/World Wide Web>Internet Article: Weltfish, Gene (Sep. 24, 1945), Science: Scientists' Oath, Time, Retrieved on 2011-06-02Source Material [www.time.com]
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02 JUN 2011
Intuition
Books, Brochures, and Chapters>Book: Goodman , Allegra (2007-03-13), Intuition, Dial Press Trade Paperback, Retrieved on 2011-06-02
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06 MAR 2011
Lonely Minds in the Universe: The Search for Extraterrest...
Books, Brochures, and Chapters>Book: Genta , Giancarlo (2007-06-15), Lonely Minds in the Universe: The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, Springer, Retrieved on 2011-03-06
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