Recent News (past 6 months)

How Neuroethicists Are Grappling With Artificial Intelligence

Neuroethicists, including Neuroethics Canada’s Dr. Judy Illes, weigh in on the ethical implications of the AI tools currently available to neurologists and where it could go next. Click the title to read more.

Dr. Judy Illes serves on the Scientific Advisory Board of EuroBioImaging

Dr. Judy Illes had the pleasure to serve on the Scientific Advisory Board of EuroBioImaging this past week at the EMBL in Heidelberg, Germany. There were opportunities for robust exchanges among colleagues in many different forms of reality.

Dr. Judy Illes participates in the World Health Organization consultation on neurotechnologies

Dr. Judy Illes participated in the World Health Organization consultation on neurotechnologies on October 1, 2024 and chaired the breakout group focused on advances in neuroimaging.

Dr. Judy Illes among the top 2% most-cited scientists globally

In the recent World’s Top 2% Scientists List by Stanford University, Neuroethics Canada’s Dr. Judy Illes has been recognized among the top 2% most-cited scientists globally. “The selection is based on the top 100,000 scientists by c-score (with and without self-citations) or a percentile rank of 2% or above in the sub-field. This version (6) […]

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.