Web Scraping for Research: Ethical and Practical Considerations in 2024

Web Scraping for Research: Ethical and Practical Considerations in 2024

“Data is the new oil.” This saying by Clive Humby is very true today as we look into web scraping. In 2024, web scraping is key for getting important data for many research projects. The data analytics market is expected to grow a lot, from USD 15.11 billion in 2021 to USD 74.99 billion in 20281. This shows how vital automated data collection is. But,…

Big Data and Privacy Concerns in Research: in 2024-2025

Big Data and Privacy Concerns in Research: Navigating the Ethical Landscape in 2024-2025

“We are not just citizens of the world. We are customers of the world. And it’s our responsibility to keep what we value safe.” This powerful sentiment highlights the big data and privacy concerns in today’s research. As we move towards 2024-2025, the fast growth of data use in research brings up complex ethical issues. These issues challenge our respect for privacy rights and our…

Artificial Intelligence in Research: Ethical Considerations in 2024

Artificial Intelligence in Research: Opportunities and Ethical Considerations in 2024

“The real problem is not whether machines think but whether men do.” This quote by B.F. Skinner makes us think about how humans and artificial intelligence work together in research. We see the big benefits and the big challenges of using AI in research. AI tools help us do better research but bring up tough questions about being clear, accurate, and avoiding biases.   Artificial…