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Translational Neuroethics: A Vision for a More Integrated, Inclusive, and Impactful Field.

Anna Wexler¹, Laura Specker Sullivan²

¹University of Pennsylvania.

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|December 1, 2021

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Neuroethics scholarship faces persistent criticisms regarding speculation and social justice. A new vision for translational neuroethics emphasizes integration, inclusivity, and impact for practical application.

Keywords:

Translational ethics impact implementation science inclusivity integration

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Area of Science:

Neuroethics
Translational Neuroethics

Background:

Neuroethics scholarship has developed over two decades, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for early-career scholars.
Persistent criticisms include over-speculation, lack of skepticism, insufficient attention to social justice (e.g., equality, equitable benefit distribution), and limited practical impact.

Purpose of the Study:

To reflect on past criticisms of neuroethics and propose a forward-looking vision for the field.
To advocate for "translational neuroethics"—an integrated, inclusive, and impactful approach.

Main Methods:

Critical review of existing neuroethics scholarship and its identified challenges.
Conceptual framework development for "translational neuroethics".

Main Results:

Identified key criticisms: speculation, social justice deficits, and lack of practical implementation.
Proposed "translational neuroethics" as a model for future scholarship.

Conclusions:

Neuroethics needs to move beyond speculation towards addressing real-world issues through integration and inclusivity.
The field should prioritize the practical implementation and impact of ethical scholarship, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.