Neurotechnologies are tools for recording and interpreting brain activity. They aim at rehabilitating, restoring or even modifying brain functions. Neuro-enhancement is the field of improving brain capacity.

 

These methods raise ethical issues. So, does the sector need EU regulation?

 

A new concept of "neurorights" is emerging. They could be defined as ethical and legal principles of freedom related to a person's cerebral and mental domain.

 

A new study, commissioned by the European Parliament’s Panel for the future of Science and Technology (STOA), is evaluating how such rights might help protect us.

 

The study will be presented at the STOA Panel meeting in the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Thursday 25 April 2024 at 9:00 CET, and you can watch the presentation online (either live, or the recording afterwards on the same page).