Neuroethics Magazine

The Neuroethics Magazine is an online multimedia publication that explores the evolving intersection of neuroscience, ethics, and society, offering accessible insights for a broader public audience. Our mission is to foster thoughtful dialogue by connecting cutting-edge brain science with the real-world ethical questions that shape our lives. The magazine is published by the INS Public Communication and Publishing Affinity Group.

Issue 3: Neuroscience Diplomacy

August 2026

Fine line artwork of brain-like structures, magenta on black. Credit: Kate Reed

The latest issue of the Neuroethics Magazine focuses on building bridges across disciplines, regions, and communities in neuroethics. It covers a wide range of topics, from global digital health policy to neuroscience in war. The editors have tried to highlight creative ways of engaging with neuroethics, including a book discussion, community survey, and poetry. Some contributions focus more broadly on bioethics rather than neuroethics. They are included to encourage readers to consider how neuroethics is not an insular field, but one that is shaped by broader ethical questions in health, science, technology, and society.

Issue 2: Global Neuroethics

April 2025

English Issue #2
Cover design of Japanese version
Japanese Issue #2 / 日本語版第2号

Issue 1: What is neuroethics?

April 2024

The inaugural issue of the magazine provides an introduction to neuroethics for students and the public. It includes a look at people’s perceptions of neuroethics, a highlight of a few contemporary issues in neuroethics, and a timeline of neuroethics concepts in the history of science and the relatively recent emergence of the field.

What is neuroethics? magazine cover
English Issue #1
Japanese Issue #2 / 日本語第2号