Dr. Mark Howard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mark Howard is a Research Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at Monash University, where he focuses on the ethical implications of emerging technologies in healthcare. His research includes the social impacts of automating technology for healthcare diagnostics and treatment planning. He has established an exceptional record in writing about technology's role in society, exploring how ethical frameworks, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, can influence equitable healthcare delivery. Dr. Howard is particularly involved in qualitative studies concerning human factor challenges related to Machine Learning Clinical Decision Support (MLCDS) systems. His work aims to assess the ethical impacts of applying machine learning models in epilepsy treatment planning, ensuring the integration of stakeholders' perspectives, including patients and healthcare professionals. Educated at Monash University, Dr. Howard has specialized in social and political philosophy, applied ethics, and social informatics.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2019-10-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Focus on the ethical implications of emerging technologies in the healthcare sector, particularly machine learning and clinical decision-making.

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.