Q31 (c)

Criteria	Marks
Demonstrates extensive knowledge and understanding about the impact of emerging technologies within the context of transport and medicine; Provides a well-informed judgement on the impact of emerging technologies; Provides clear links to the effect on the wellbeing of individuals; Presents a logical and cohesive response using relevant examples	13–15
Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding about the impact of emerging technologies within the context of transport and medicine; Provides a judgement on the impact of emerging technologies; Provides links to the effect on the wellbeing of individuals; Communicates information using examples; Presents a cohesive response	10–12
Demonstrates sound knowledge about emerging technologies within the context of transport and medicine; Provides a link(s) between impact and emerging technologies; Communicates some information using examples	7–9
Provides some information about emerging technologies and/or transport and/or medicine; Provides example(s)	4–6
Provides some relevant information	1–3

Answers could include:

Ethics

• Reproductive technologies such as IVF, and sperm and egg donation. The lack of national framework regulating the fertility industry means that male donors can father multiple donor-conceived individuals.
• Driverless cars can lead to accidents which create ethical issues about whether it is ok to accept extra fatalities by implementing this new technology.

Equity and access

• Lighter and more fuel-efficient aircraft engines will improve fuel efficiency and can bring significant fuel savings. This enables greater access to cheaper flights.
• COVID 19 vaccinations reduce severe illnesses and transmissions allowing people to return to their daily lives safely. These are free of charge and easily accessible at pharmacies, and at general practices.

Health and safety

• Autonomous vehicles aim to reduce road accidents through advanced sensors, directly improving physical wellbeing by enhancing road safety.
• Advanced diagnostic tools (MRI, CT scans, genetic testing) allow for early detection of illness, enabling timely treatment, and improving long-term health.

Economic

• Minimally invasive surgical technologies (laparoscopic, robotic-assisted procedures) reduce recovery time, allowing patients to return home and to work, boosting productivity and saving on hospital care costs.

Environmental

• Shared transport services such as ride-sharing apps reduce the number of vehicles on the road, minimising traffic congestion and carbon emissions.
• Improvements in digital access to health services such as telehealth, can allow for early detection and reduced travel to metropolitan services, reducing carbon emissions.

Education and training

• Autonomous vehicles require specialised training for maintenance and monitoring, creating opportunities for upskilling workers and enhancing their economic and social wellbeing through stable employment.
• Modern wearable technologies such as glucose monitoring devices, automatically track glucose levels 24/7, removing the need for individuals with diabetes to have indepth training on collecting, tracking and analysing data, making it easier to take action, with real time instruction.