The uses of neurosciences for the social reintegration of criminal agents

  • State
    CONCLUDED
  • Name
    Beatriz Mamede
  • Home Institution
    University of Coimbra
  • Host Institution
    University of Washington
  • Field of Study
    Law

Objective

The project aims to develop a research project on the ethical reflections on the implications of neurotechnology, focusing on how to draw the line between the use of neurotechnology for healthcare or for cognitive enhancement purposes. She will participate in philosophy colloquia of the Neuroethics Research Group, as well as on empirical studies about the prospective use of neurotechnology for medical treatments.