Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Psychosurgery01:30

Psychosurgery

244
Psychosurgery, the surgical alteration or permanent removal of brain tissue to alleviate severe psychological conditions, stands as one of the most radical and controversial treatments in the history of mental health care. Its development and application have evolved significantly, marked by dramatic shifts in scientific understanding and ethical perspectives.
Historical Development of Psychosurgery
In the 1930s, Portuguese neurologist Antonio Egas Moniz introduced a surgical procedure designed...
244
Introduction to Cognitive Psychology01:20

Introduction to Cognitive Psychology

2.0K
Cognitive psychology is the field of psychology dedicated to examining how people think. It attempts to explain how and why we think the way we do by studying the interactions among human thinking, emotion, creativity, language, and problem-solving, as well as other cognitive processes. Cognitive psychology studies how information is processed and manipulated in remembering, thinking, and knowing.
This field emerged in the mid-20th century, following a period dominated by behaviorism, which...
2.0K
Ethics in Research01:56

Ethics in Research

25.1K
Today, scientists agree that good research is ethical in nature and is guided by a basic respect for human dignity and safety. However, this has not always been the case. Modern researchers must demonstrate that the research they perform is ethically sound.
25.1K
Ethics and Bioethics01:22

Ethics and Bioethics

2.1K
Ethics is a philosophical study of moral actions. Ethics attempts to determine what is valuable for individuals and society. It examines the rational justification of moral judgments and analyzes what is morally just, fair, and right. Bioethics is a sub-discipline of applied ethics that analyzes the philosophical, social, and legal issues in life sciences and medicine. Ethical theories serve as a foundation for decision-making and represent the viewpoints from which people seek direction. They...
2.1K
Ethical Issues01:27

Ethical Issues

1.6K
Nurses are essential in patient care, upholding the ethical principles of their profession and effectively navigating ethical dilemmas. Neglecting ethical issues can lead to inadequate patient care, compromised therapeutic relationships, and moral distress among healthcare workers.
Ethical Concerns in Healthcare:
1.6K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The growing role of precision and personalized medicine for cancer treatment.

Technology·2019
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Nov 30, 2025

A Single-Channel and Non-Invasive Wearable Brain-Computer Interface for Industry and Healthcare
06:34

A Single-Channel and Non-Invasive Wearable Brain-Computer Interface for Industry and Healthcare

Published on: July 7, 2023

2.9K

Agency and Accountability: Ethical Considerations for Brain-Computer Interfaces.

Erika J Davidoff1

  • 1Rutgers University, Department of Biomedical Engineering.

The Rutgers Journal of Bioethics
|November 12, 2020
PubMed
Summary

Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) restore motor function by translating brain activity into device control. This technology raises ethical questions about user agency and accountability in BCI systems.

Keywords:
agencybrain-computer interfacesneural implantsneuroprostheticsresponsibility

More Related Videos

Assessment and Communication for People with Disorders of Consciousness
07:37

Assessment and Communication for People with Disorders of Consciousness

Published on: August 1, 2017

9.4K
Characterization of the Sense of Agency over the Actions of Neural-machine Interface-operated Prostheses
05:21

Characterization of the Sense of Agency over the Actions of Neural-machine Interface-operated Prostheses

Published on: January 7, 2019

8.2K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Nov 30, 2025

A Single-Channel and Non-Invasive Wearable Brain-Computer Interface for Industry and Healthcare
06:34

A Single-Channel and Non-Invasive Wearable Brain-Computer Interface for Industry and Healthcare

Published on: July 7, 2023

2.9K
Assessment and Communication for People with Disorders of Consciousness
07:37

Assessment and Communication for People with Disorders of Consciousness

Published on: August 1, 2017

9.4K
Characterization of the Sense of Agency over the Actions of Neural-machine Interface-operated Prostheses
05:21

Characterization of the Sense of Agency over the Actions of Neural-machine Interface-operated Prostheses

Published on: January 7, 2019

8.2K

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Ethics

Background:

  • Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) offer revolutionary potential for restoring motor functions in individuals with disabilities.
  • The increasing sophistication of BCIs necessitates a thorough examination of their ethical implications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the ethical considerations associated with brain-computer interface (BCI) technology.
  • To explore issues of user agency and accountability in the context of BCI use.

Main Methods:

  • Examination of ethical concerns within the three core components of BCI systems: sensors, decoders, and translators.
  • Analysis of the degree of agency afforded to users and their accountability for actions performed via BCIs.

Main Results:

  • Ethical challenges are present at each stage of the BCI system, from neural data acquisition to device control.
  • Key ethical questions revolve around user autonomy and responsibility when using BCI-controlled external devices.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing the ethical dimensions of BCIs is crucial for responsible development and implementation.
  • Further discourse is needed to establish frameworks for agency and accountability in BCI applications.