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Effy Vayena is a professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in the ethical implications of health technologies and the governance of health data. She focuses on the intersection of ethics, policy, and health, particularly how emerging technologies impact public health. Her work critically examines the balance between innovation and regulation in healthcare. Vayena has a strong emphasis on ethical considerations in research and development processes involving health technologies. She has contributed significantly to debates surrounding data privacy, patient autonomy, and the ethical use of artificial intelligence in medicine. Through her research, she aims to ensure that advancements in health technologies are aligned with ethical standards and public interest, advocating for transparent, accountable, and responsible practices in health data management and technology deployment. Vayena is also involved in teaching and mentoring students in these areas, promoting interdisciplinary approaches to health technology ethics.
ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland
Leading research and teaching in the field of health technology ethics.
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