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Incidental findings and how to best manage them in rural, remote, marginalized, and Indigenous communities

Join the upcoming REB Workshop on October 22nd, as Neuroethics Canada’s Dr. Judy Illes presents on incidental findings and how to best manage them in rural, remote, marginalized, and Indigenous communities. Event details: Tuesday, October 22, 2024 12:00PM – 4:30PM 2775 Laurel St., Vancouver, Room 11268 (Gordon & Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre)

Neurotechnologies commerciales un far west à l’abri des normes médicales

Le phénomène est en pleine expansion : des produits vendus en ligne qui stimulent ou analysent l’activité cérébrale, qui échappent aux réglementations médicales et qui permettent aux entreprises d’avoir accès à des données sensibles. Pour en savoir plus cliquez ici.

Her Epilepsy Seemed to Be Managed Well … Until It Wasn’t

VGH Epilepsy Clinic’s Dr. Chantelle Hrazdil was featured in the recent New York Times Magazine article on epilepsy management. Click the title to read more.

Human neuroscience is entering a new era — it mustn’t forget its human dimension

The field is taking a leap forward thanks to innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence. Researchers must improve consent procedures and public involvement. Click the title to read more.

Dr. Judy Illes attends the Ethical Imperatives for Indigenous Perspectives on Mind and Brain Workshop

As part of the International Brain Initiative Crosscultural Working Group, Neuroethics Canada’s Dr. Judy Illes attends the Ethical Imperatives for Indigenous Perspectives on Mind and Brain Workshop at Fondation Brocher in Geneva, Switzerland on May 22-24, 2024. Other attendees include Drs. Mellissa Perreault (Lead), Dr. Olivia Matshabane, Bernadette Nirmal Kumar, Minerva Rivas Velarde, Tade Spranger, […]

Dr. Judy Illes serves on UNESCO’s Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology Meetings

Neuroethics Canada’s Dr. Judy Illes served on UNESCO’s groundbreaking Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology Meetings in April and August 2024 at Paris, France. This vital framework will guide companies and governments in paving the way for responsible neurotechnology. To read more about this initiative, please visit: https://www.unesco.org/en/ethics-neurotech/expert-group?hub=83294

Ethical questions swirl around Neuralink’s computer-brain implants

Neuroethics Canada’s Dr. Judy Illes comments on the ethics around Neuralink’s Computer-Brain implants. Click the title to read more.

Prof. Sara Goering receives the 2024 Judy Illes Mentoring Award

Congratulations to Professor Sara Goering for receiving the 2024 Judy Illes Mentoring Award. Dr. Goering gave the first mentoring lecture at Neuroethics 2024, the annual meeting of the International Neuroethics Society. To watch the recording of the lecture and for more details, please visit: https://www.neuroethicssociety.org/illes-award#new_tab

Harjeev Sudan awarded a 2024 Canada Graduate Scholarship – Master’s Program

Congratulations to Neuroethics Canada’s Harjeev Sudan for being awarded one of 2024 Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master’s Program! Harjeev completed her BSc at UBC and is entering her second year in the MSc Neuroscience program under the co-supervision of Dr. Judy Illes and Dr. Mypinder Sekhon. Harjeev’s thesis project will focus on clinical practices and […]

UBC Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Studies features Katarzyna Kabacinska’s research

The UBC Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Studies features Neuroscience, Engagement, and Smart Tech (NEST) Lab’s Katarzyna Kabacinska’s research! Click the title to read more.