RCR-Arab Academy

Thought-Provoking Webinar on Research Integrity in the Age of Disruptive Technologies by Prof. Sergio Litewka

September 20th, 2023

In a bid to foster ethical research practices in the ever-evolving landscape of technology-driven scientific inquiry, the Arab Academy of Responsible Conduct of Research recently hosted an enlightening webinar. Titled “Research Integrity in the Age of Disruptive Technologies,” the event took place on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. The webinar featured distinguished speaker Sergio Litewka, MD, MPH., an Associate Professor hailing from the DeWitt Daughtry Family Department of Surgery at the Miller School of Medicine and the Institute for Bioethics and Health Policy at the University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA.

With an esteemed speaker like Dr. Sergio Litewka, the webinar was highly anticipated, drawing an audience of researchers, scholars, and students keen to explore the intricate intersection of research ethics and cutting-edge technologies.


Dr. Litewka, a renowned expert in bioethics and health policy, led the discussion, addressing the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that have emerged in the realm of research integrity amid the rapid proliferation of disruptive technologies. His insightful presentation delved into the ethical dilemmas posed by artificial intelligence, big data analytics, genetic engineering, and other technological advancements that have transformed the research landscape.


As the Arab Academy of Responsible Conduct of Research continues to play a pivotal role in promoting research ethics across the Arab world and beyond, webinars like “Research Integrity in the Age of Disruptive Technologies” demonstrate their commitment to facilitating vital discussions that shape the future of responsible research practices.


The Arab Academy of Responsible Conduct of Research remains dedicated to advancing the cause of research integrity, and future webinars promise to explore more critical topics at the intersection of ethics and scientific inquiry.