Research and teaching activities offer human beings a continually growing body of knowledge. Coordinated knowledge, experience and reflection result in wisdom. Thus reflection and forward thinking about the impact of our research-derived knowledge is fundamental in the creation of wisdom. It is the deliberate use of wisdom that improves present and future human wellbeing and ensures the sustainable use of natural resources. Here we discuss some ethical questions that are of high relevance to the BOKU research and teaching activities.

  • Research involving humans
  • Research involving animals
  • Animal protection
  • Genetic engineering
  • Health and Food
  • Nanotechnology
  • Climate change
  • Geo-engineering
  • Biofuels
  • Water and water use
  • Biodiversity and nature protection
  • Economics and resource economics
  • Rural development and rural society