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Steven E Davis1, Glen A Smith2
1Joint and Operational Analysis Division, Defence Science and Technology Group, Edinburgh, SA, Australia.
Frontiers in Human Neuroscience
|May 21, 2019
Summary
Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) may enhance military personnel's cognitive abilities and survivability. Careful risk assessment and mitigation strategies are crucial for ethical and effective military application of tDCS.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Military Medicine
- Human Performance Enhancement
Background:
- Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation method.
- tDCS offers potential for temporary, on-demand enhancement of human capabilities.
- The military context presents unique considerations for applying tDCS.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of tDCS for defence service personnel.
- To analyze the potential benefits and risks of tDCS in a military setting.
- To explore ethical and efficacious applications of tDCS for individual personnel.
Main Methods:
- Review of potential benefits, including enhanced warfighter survivability and cognitive function for command and control.
- Analysis of potential detriments, such as adverse effects, safety concerns, and associated risks.
- Examination of risk mitigation strategies through military doctrine, safety parameters, and exclusion criteria.
Main Results:
- Potential benefits for military applications include improved cognitive performance and survivability.
- Identified detriments involve adverse effects and safety considerations requiring careful management.
- Risk mitigation can be achieved through structured doctrine development and defined safety protocols.
Conclusions:
- tDCS holds promise for enhancing military personnel capabilities.
- Addressing safety, ethical considerations, and knowledge gaps is paramount for successful military implementation.
- Future research should focus on establishing clear guidelines for tDCS use in defence settings.
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