NEUR 4801
Neuroethics
Ethical issues of key importance to current neurobiological research. Topics may include the use of animals in research, stem cell research, genetic diagnosis and gene therapy, neuroimaging, and the effect on identity and autonomy of manipulations such as psychopharmaceuticals and psychosurgery.
Topics
- use of animals in research
- stem cell research
- genetic diagnosis and gene therapy
- neuroimaging
Course catalogue
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisite(s): NEUR 3200 or both NEUR 3206 and NEUR 3207 . Lectures and seminars three hours a week.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027