Neuroethics is a multidisciplinary field that explores the ethical, legal, and social implications of advances in neuroscience. At its core, neuroethics seeks to address the moral questions raised by our increasing understanding of the brain and its implications for society. This field emerged in response to rapid advancements in neurotechnology, such as brain imaging techniques and cognitive enhancement methods, which have profound implications for individual autonomy, privacy, and identity. One key area of concern in neuroethics is the use of neuroscientific findings in legal and moral decision-making. As neuroscience sheds light on the biological underpinnings of human behavior, questions arise about how this knowledge should influence concepts such as criminal responsibility and moral culpability. For instance, should individuals with certain neurological conditions be held accountable for their actions to the same extent as those without such conditions? Neuroethicists grapple with these questions to ensure that legal systems are fair and just in light of neuroscientific evidence. Another important aspect of neuroethics involves the responsible use of neurotechnology in medical and non-medical contexts. For example, brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) hold promise for restoring mobility to individuals with paralysis, but they also raise concerns about privacy and potential misuse. Ethical considerations must be carefully weighed to balance the benefits of such technologies with their potential risks and unintended consequences. Additionally, neuroethics delves into issues surrounding cognitive enhancement, such as the use of pharmaceuticals or brain stimulation techniques to boost cognitive abilities. While these interventions may offer benefits for individuals with cognitive impairments, they also raise questions about fairness, equality, and the authenticity of human experience. Ethicists seek to establish guidelines for the responsible development and use of cognitive enhancement technologies to ensure equitable access and minimize potential harms.
Title : Scalp acupuncture with functional electrical stimulation for the treatment children with autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Music therapy combined with acupuncture therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Diquat exposure induces brainstem demyelination and encephalopathy via upregulating the mitochondrial calcium uniporter
Weixia Duan, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, China
Title : Transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS) for chronic migraine: a randomized clinical trial with 20 patients.
Milton C R Medeiros, Hospital Santa Casa de Arapongas, Brazil
Title : A computational approach to evaluate the impact of chemical pathways on brain activity on a broad scale.
Rahul Hajare, Sandip University, India
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Sergey Suchkov, N.D. Zelinskii Institute for Organic Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation