Ethical Committee

In a world where Robotics and Artificial Intelligence are increasingly transforming our society, the Center for Automation and Robotics (CAR UPM-CSIC) has established its Ethics Committee as the guardian of the values that should guide our technological innovation.

Our mission

The CAR Ethics Committee was founded on the conviction that scientific progress must always go hand in hand with profound ethical reflection. Our mission is to ensure that every technological advancement developed at our Center contributes positively to society, respecting fundamental principles such as:

Protection of privacy and human dignity
Transparency in algorithmic decision-making processes
Fairness and non-discrimination in autonomous systems
Safety and reliability of developed technologies
Responsible use of resources and environmental impact

How do we work?

The Committee acts as an accessible and flexible resource for the entire CAR research community, offering:

Ethics advice for projects under development
Preventive assessment of potential ethical dilemmas
Resolution of queries regarding ethical aspects of research
Guidance on the application of ethical principles in AI and robotics
Coordination with the Ethics Committees of CSIC and UPM.

Our team

We have a multidisciplinary team of experts committed to research ethics:

Dra. María Dolores del Castillo (Coordinator)
Dr. Miguel Hernando
Dr. Manuel Cebrian
Dr. José Ignacio Serrano
Dr. Fernando Matía
Dr. Jorge Godoy
Dr. Leandro González

Commitment to the Future

At CAR, we firmly believe that the most disruptive technologies will be those that, in addition to being innovative, are developed with a solid ethical foundation. Our committee works to ensure that the robotics and AI we develop today build a tomorrow where technology and humanity advance in harmony.

"Ethics is not an obstacle to innovation, but rather the compass that guides us toward technological progress that is truly beneficial for all."