Ethics of neuroscience

• What is the role of justice in the context of neuroscience research?

  To ensure equitable participation across groups
• What do ethical considerations in neuroscience research ensure?

  They ensure participants' well-being and rights
• What does informed consent require from participants in neuroscience research?

  Participants must understand the study's purpose and risks
• How will my name be used if I choose to participate?

  • We will use a pseudonym (made up name) to identify you
  • Information collected will be stored in a secure location with a password protected drive
  • Video-recordings made during the research will be transcribed and the video will be destroyed
• What happens if I choose to participate?

  • Researchers come to your class to co-teach and observe the lessons
  • You will have a virtual reality experience (Digital or Holistic)
  • Classroom activities and work (student journals and final project)
• What is the principle of non-maleficence in neuroscience research?

  Researchers should avoid causing harm to participants
• What is informed consent in research?

  It is a critical aspect of ethical research
• What are the key elements of informed consent?

  1. Voluntary participation
  2. Right to withdraw at any time
  3. Protection of confidentiality
  4. Freedom from coercion
• Why are ethical considerations important in neuroscience research?

  They guide responsible conduct and protect participants
• What does freedom from coercion mean in the context of informed consent?

  Participants are not forced to join the study
• What is collected from participants in neuroscience experiments?

  Participants' data
• How do the components of the Research Organization relate to each other?

  ResearchProject is connected to Researcher and ResearchInstitution through 1-to-1 relationships
• What is the name of the entity that conducts the experiment?

  Experiment
• What does the image of the consent form illustrate?

  • Demonstrates informed consent principles
  • Importance of age-appropriate language
  • Clarity for young participants
• What are the risks and benefits of participating in this study?

  Risks:

  • There are no risks beyond what you will already be learning in class
  • You may feel uncomfortable discussing issues such as racism and abuse

  
  

  Benefits:

  • Your participation will provide valuable information about how this curriculum may be taught in the future
• What right do participants have regarding their involvement in a study?

  The right to withdraw at any time
• What are the components of the Experiment entity?

  EEGSetting, EMGSetting, TMSSetting
• How do the principles of beneficence and non-maleficence differ in neuroscience research?

  Beneficence focuses on benefits, non-maleficence on avoiding harm
• What does neuroenhancement refer to?

  Improving cognitive or physical performance
• What are the different measurement techniques used in neuroscience experiments?

  EEG, EMG, and TMS
• What types of data are collected from the Participant?

  • PersonalData
  • SociodemographicData
  • SubstanceUseHistoryData
  • MedicalRecordData
• What are the components of the Participant entity?

  PersonalData, SociodemographicData, SubstanceUseHistoryData, MedicalRecordData
• Why are data privacy and security important in neuroscience research?

  They protect sensitive participant information.
• What does TMS use to measure responses in neuroscience experiments?

  Magnetic pulses
• How does equitable allocation in neuroscience advance knowledge?

  By preventing neglect of specific groups or diseases
• What does confidentiality in neuroscience research entail?

  Keeping sensitive participant information private.
• What are the main components of the experimental settings in neuroscience experiments?

  • EEG (electrical activity)
  • EMG (muscle activity)
  • TMS (magnetic pulses)
  • Controlled environments
• What are some security measures for data privacy in neuroscience research?

  • Password-protected databases: Limit access to authorized personnel.
  • Data encryption: Protect stored information from unauthorized viewing.
  • Anonymization: Remove identifying details from datasets.
• What does neurotechnology include?

  Tools and methods that interact with the nervous system
• What does EEG measure in neuroscience experiments?

  Electrical activity in the brain
• How does medication for memory differ from memory training?

  Medication is biochemical, training is behavioral
• How does neurotechnology impact society?

  It affects various fields like healthcare and education
• What is the purpose of cognitive enhancement strategies according to the image?

  The image shows that cognitive enhancement strategies are used to improve cognitive abilities and performance.
• What questions does neurotechnology raise in criminal justice?

  Questions about responsibility and guilt
• How should brain scan results be handled before sharing with collaborators?

  All personal information should be anonymized.
• What pressure concern is associated with neuroenhancement?

  Could this create unfair competition/pressure?
• In which fields is neurotechnology used and what is its impact?

  • Healthcare: Improves treatments for neurological disorders
  • Education: Helps understand learning processes
  • Criminal Justice: Raises questions about responsibility and guilt
• What is a key question regarding the definition of neuroenhancement?

  Where do we draw the line between normal and enhanced performance?
• How do the different categories of cognitive enhancement strategies shown in the image relate to and complement each other?

  • Biochemical strategies (e.g. supplements) may work in conjunction with behavioral strategies (e.g. meditation, learning)
  • Physical strategies (e.g. exercise) may enable or enhance the effects of electrical/magnetic/optical stimulation
  • The various categories appear to provide a comprehensive approach to cognitive enhancement
• Why is informed consent important in research?

  It ensures patient rights are respected