Ethical Partnerships for Brain Technologies
Fostering Ethical Neurotechnology Academia-Industry Partnerships: A Stakeholder Engagement and Toolkit Development Project
['FUNDING_R01'] · WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY · NIH-11092901
This project brings together experts and patients to create guidelines for developing brain technologies responsibly.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11092901 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Neurotechnologies designed to treat brain disorders can significantly alter brain function and behavior, while also monitoring activity and collecting personal health data. Partnerships between industry and academic researchers are crucial for bringing these technologies to patients, but they also raise important ethical questions. This project aims to understand and address these ethical complexities by gathering insights from various stakeholders, including patients. The goal is to develop practical guidance and a toolkit to ensure that neurotechnology partnerships are conducted ethically and responsibly.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients interested in the ethical development of brain technologies and willing to share their perspectives as stakeholders could be ideal participants in engagement activities.
Not a fit: Patients seeking direct medical treatment or clinical trial participation will not find immediate benefit from this project, as it focuses on ethical guidelines rather than direct therapy.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Patients could benefit from neurotechnologies developed with stronger ethical safeguards, ensuring their well-being and privacy are prioritized.
How similar studies have performed: While ethical frameworks exist in other areas, this project aims to develop novel, specific guidance tailored to the unique challenges of neurotechnology partnerships.
Where this research is happening
SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES
- WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY — SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MCINTOSH, TRISTAN — WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: MCINTOSH, TRISTAN
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Brain Diseases, Brain Disorders