AI in Radiology at the Intersection of Bioethics and Accountability: An EU Health Union and Union Values Governance Frame

The project will undertake a comparative analysis of Poland and Italy concerning the bioethical and legal implications of deploying AI in healthcare, with particular emphasis on the civil, criminal, and professional (disciplinary) liability of medical professionals. The analysis will examine: (i) the applicable standard of care in AI-supported practice; (ii) the attribution of responsibility for clinical decisions supported by AI systems; (iii) requirements for documenting AI-assisted decision-making processes; and (iv) the role and scope of informed consent in this context. The findings will be operationalised into assumptions for a management-process model for healthcare providers, addressing risk management, quality assurance standards, and information and documentation duties.

The project is grounded in European values enshrined in Article 2 TEU, in particular the rule of law and solidarity, and is aligned with the Union objective of ensuring a high level of human health protection (Article 168 TFEU). It also contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals, notably SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions). The project will deliver a Poland–Italy comparative report and prepare a joint grant application by 31 August 2026. Cooperation will be facilitated through the Research Potential Database and will support effective alignment of responsibilities and task allocation between the partners.