The Critical Research into Tech Toolkit

for avoiding common pitfalls when conducting work on or with Big Tech.

Explore the Six Tools

to mitigate your risks throughout the research lifecycle

As researchers, it's crucial to consider the ethical implications before entering partnerships. Sometimes it might be problematic.

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Ten Considerations

Potential pitfalls and tripwires are often only understood after agreements are signed and mistakes are made.

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Research Contracts

The contract is central when partnering financially. It can set out details about your rights and control over the research.

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Warning Signs

Researchers may experience a relationship with a company that becomes unfavourable.

It is valuable to know how to spot when a company is employing corporate tactics and how mitigation strategies for solving issues are right if they come up.

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Strength in Numbers

Individual researchers have limited power when navigating complex partnerships. If we are able to collectively strategize as a community, we can begin to re-balance the playing field.

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The Critical Research into Tech Toolkit

for avoiding common pitfalls when conducting work on or with Big Tech.

Explore the Six Tools

to mitigate your risks throughout the research lifecycle

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