Projections and the Potential Societal Impact of the Future of Neurotechnologies

Autor: Kate S. Gaudry, Hasan Ayaz, Avery Bedows, Pablo Celnik, David Eagleman, Pulkit Grover, Judy Illes, Rajesh P. N. Rao, Jacob T. Robinson, Krishnan Thyagarajan, The Working Group on Brain-Interfacing Devices in, Nena Bains, John Brigagliano, Robert Carter, Caleb Kemere, Mark P. Mathison, Jon Neiditz, Karen Rommelfanger, Joseph Snyder
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2021
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Zdroj: Frontiers in Neuroscience, Vol 15 (2021)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 1662-453X
DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2021.658930
Popis: Traditionally, recording from and stimulating the brain with high spatial and temporal resolution required invasive means. However, recently, the technical capabilities of less invasive and non-invasive neuro-interfacing technology have been dramatically improving, and laboratories and funders aim to further improve these capabilities. These technologies can facilitate functions such as multi-person communication, mood regulation and memory recall. We consider a potential future where the less invasive technology is in high demand. Will this demand match that the current-day demand for a smartphone? Here, we draw upon existing research to project which particular neuroethics issues may arise in this potential future and what preparatory steps may be taken to address these issues.
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