Ethical Issues in Brain–Computer Interface Research and Systems for Motor Control

2014 ◽  
pp. 725-740
Author(s):  
Donatella Mattia ◽  
Guglielmo Tamburrini
Keyword(s):  
Motor Control ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Brain Computer Interface ◽  
Computer Interface

Neuroethical Issues Related to Brain-Computer Interface Technology

2014 ◽  
Vol 1079-1080 ◽  
pp. 716-719
Author(s):  
Jian Feng Hu
Keyword(s):  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Code Of Ethics ◽  
Brain Computer Interface ◽  
Emerging Technology ◽  
Computer Interface ◽  
The Core ◽  
Significance Analysis ◽  
Core Issues ◽  
The Brain ◽  
Focus Point

With the development of neuroscience, brain computer interface (BCI), as the emerging technology to liberate our brain, is receiving increasing attention from society, but its ethical issues are rarely mentioned. This article introduces the brain-computer interface and its significance，analysis the focus point which may lead to ethics controversy, explore the core issues of ethics and code of ethics to be followed.

scholarly journals Ethical Considerations in Ending Exploratory Brain–Computer Interface Research Studies in Locked-in Syndrome

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 660-674 ◽  
Author(s):  
ERAN KLEIN ◽  
BETTS PETERS ◽  
MATT HIGGER
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Clinical Trials ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Brain Activity ◽  
Brain Computer Interface ◽  
Computer Interface ◽  
Ethical Challenges ◽  
Ethical Considerations ◽  
Ethical Frameworks ◽  
Recent Attention ◽  
Potential Tool

Abstract:Brain–computer interface (BCI) is a promising technology for restoring communication in individuals with locked-in syndrome (LIS). BCI technology offers a potential tool for individuals with impaired or absent means of effective communication to use brain activity to control an output device such as a computer keyboard. Exploratory studies of BCI devices for communication in people with LIS are underway. Research with individuals with LIS presents not only technological challenges, but ethical challenges as well. Whereas recent attention has been focused on ethical issues that arise at the initiation of studies, such as how to obtain valid consent, relatively little attention has been given to issues at the conclusion of studies. BCI research in LIS highlights one such challenge: How to decide when an exploratory BCI research study should end. In this article, we present the case of an individual with presumed LIS enrolled in an exploratory BCI study. We consider whether two common ethical frameworks for stopping randomized clinical trials—equipoise and nonexploitation—can be usefully applied to elucidating researcher obligations to end exploratory BCI research. We argue that neither framework is a good fit for exploratory BCI research. Instead, we apply recent work on clinician-researcher fiduciary obligations and in turn offer some preliminary recommendations for BCI researchers on how to end exploratory BCI studies.

Ethical Issues in Brain–Computer Interface Research, Development, and Dissemination

2012 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 94-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rutger J. Vlek ◽  
David Steines ◽  
Dyana Szibbo ◽  
Andrea Kübler ◽  
Mary-Jane Schneider ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Brain Computer Interface ◽  
Computer Interface ◽  
Research Development

scholarly journals Introduction of brain computer interface to neurologists

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 92-98
Author(s):  
Do-Hyung Kim ◽  
Hong Gi Yeom ◽  
Minjung Kim ◽  
Seung Hwan Kim ◽  
Tae-Won Yang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Motor Control ◽  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Word Processing ◽  
Brain Computer Interface ◽  
Arm Movements ◽  
Computer Interface ◽  
Neurological Rehabilitation ◽  
Electrical Signals ◽  
Brain Waves ◽  
The Brain

A brain-computer interface (BCI) is a technology that acquires and analyzes electrical signals from the brain to control external devices. BCI technologies can generally be used to control a computer cursor, limb orthosis, or word processing. This technology can also be used as a neurological rehabilitation tool for people with poor motor control. We reviewed historical attempts and methods toward predicting arm movements using brain waves. In addition, representative studies of minimally invasive and noninvasive BCI were summarized.

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