Abstract
This research aims to develop a concept and basic framework for research regarding a topic of artificial intelligence technology, and health and social equity; and to propose research agendas in response to long-term research on the topic. Data were collected from documents and multi-disciplinary workshops. The documentary data provided a basis for development of a basic conceptual framework regarding artificial intelligence technology, and health and social equity. Subjected to further development based on data from the workshops, the framework was applicable to research agenda analysis. Three workshops were organized comprising a total of 27 experts from the fields of philosophy and ethics in technology, laws, sociology, environment and development, computer science, bio-medical engineering, bio-science, and bio-medical information technology. From the study, a framework was obtained for analyzing issues and research agendas regarding a topic of artificial intelligence technology, and health and social equity. The framework consists of general and management principles. The general principles include respect for human dignity, justice, non-maleficence, and beneficence. The management principles are connected to and serve implementation of the general principles. In addition, the data from the workshops were analyzed through the framework and synthesized to form agendas for long-term research. These agendas are (a) research on factors from human nature and culture influencing equity in digital technology and artificial intelligence; (b) development of citizens' competencies related to digital technology and artificial intelligence; and (c) development of frameworks for policy development and implementation to develop and apply artificial intelligence to promote health equity.
