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The emerging field of neuroethics attracts researchers from diverse disciplines to study the ethical implications of neuroscience, its technological applications, and its impact on manifold practices in society. During the last two decades, this neuroethical endeavor has developed remarkably, spurred by funding agencies and policy makers who not only promoted transnational neuroethics research but also the building of networks and scientific platforms, such as neuroethics conferences, societies, and journals. However, except in North America, traditional academic institutions like universities and private research organizations have been slow to commit themselves to neuroethics. This is the case in Europe. Looking ahead, the future of neuroethics will undoubtedly be fueled by future advances in the neurosciences, but its acceptance and usefulness will depend on the pursuit of rigor and quality, an intensified interdisciplinary integration, and a truly translational approach.
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Jox, R.J., Müller, S. (2017). Neuroethics Research in Europe. In: Racine, E., Aspler, J. (eds) Debates About Neuroethics. Advances in Neuroethics. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-54651-3_15
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