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Review
. 2024 Apr 4;21(2).
doi: 10.1088/1741-2552/ad3852.

Applying the IEEE BRAIN neuroethics framework to intra-cortical brain-computer interfaces

Joana Soldado-Magraner  1 , Alberto Antonietti  2 , Jennifer French  3 , Nathan Higgins  4 , Michael J Young  5 , Denis Larrivee  6   7 , Rebecca Monteleone  8
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Applying the IEEE BRAIN neuroethics framework to intra-cortical brain-computer interfaces

Joana Soldado-Magraner et al. J Neural Eng. .

Abstract

Objective. Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are neuroprosthetic devices that allow for direct interaction between brains and machines. These types of neurotechnologies have recently experienced a strong drive in research and development, given, in part, that they promise to restore motor and communication abilities in individuals experiencing severe paralysis. While a rich literature analyzes the ethical, legal, and sociocultural implications (ELSCI) of these novel neurotechnologies, engineers, clinicians and BCI practitioners often do not have enough exposure to these topics.Approach. Here, we present the IEEE Neuroethics Framework, an international, multiyear, iterative initiative aimed at developing a robust, accessible set of considerations for diverse stakeholders.Main results. Using the framework, we provide practical examples of ELSCI considerations for BCI neurotechnologies. We focus on invasive technologies, and in particular, devices that are implanted intra-cortically for medical research applications.Significance. We demonstrate the utility of our framework in exposing a wide range of implications across different intra-cortical BCI technology modalities and conclude with recommendations on how to utilize this knowledge in the development and application of ethical guidelines for BCI neurotechnologies.

Keywords: BCI; intra-cortical; medical research; neuroethics; neurotechnologies.

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