Madrid + Online
April 7-9, 2027
Neuroethics 2027 is the annual meeting of the International Neuroethics Society (INS) organized in collaboration with our local host partners the International Center for Neuroscience and Ethics (CINET) and Tatiana Foundation. The in-person gathering will be held in Madrid, Spain with opportunities for people around the world to participate online.
Locations
Madrid
Auditorio Giner de los Ríos
Fundación Francisco Giner de los Ríos
P.º del Gral. Martínez Campos, 14
Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, España
Tatiana Foundation
P.º del Gral. Martínez Campos, 25
Chamberí, 28010 Madrid, Spain
Detailed local directions and accessibility information will be added to this page.
Program
The theme, program, and schedule is developed by the Program Committee. The program incorporates research and sessions submitted by members of the international neuroethics research community and our conference partners and sponsors.
Theme
Neuroethics at a New Frontier: Brain, Body, Data, and the Human Condition
This year’s theme invites participants to examine how developments in brain science and technology are reshaping some of the central questions of neuroethics — from identity, agency, privacy, and responsibility, to care, justice, and our understanding of consciousness and meaning.
Schedule
The main conference schedule will be held on the following dates. Times are subject to change.
| Wednesday, April 7, 2027 | Thursday, April 8, 2027 | Friday, April 9, 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30a – Doors open 9:00a – First session 10:30–11:00a – Coffee service 1:30–3:00p – Cocktail lunch 6:00p – Day ends | 8:30a – Doors open 9:00a – First session 10:30–11:00a – Coffee service 1:30–3:00p – Cocktail lunch 6:00p – Day ends | 8:30a – Doors open 9:00a – First session 10:30–11:00a – Coffee service 2:00–3:00p – Wine reception 3:30p – Day ends |
Calls
Research Abstracts – Scholars who wish to present their research related to neuroethics at the conference can submit a research abstract for consideration. We welcome submissions from authors at all career levels and from any discipline or field of study.
Session Proposals – Panels, discussions, debates, workshops, and other networking activities included in the program predominantly come from sessions proposals submitted for consideration. Proposals may align with the conference theme, but this is not required. The call for session proposals will be announced in the coming weeks.
Host Proposals – The call for host proposals to host future Neuroethics conferences in 2028 and 2029 will be announced in November.
We especially welcome submission from our colleagues from marginalized groups and/or with perspectives that are underrepresented in the field.
Become an INS member or email subscriber to get updates about the conference.
Registration
Registration is now open for the Neuroethics 2027 conference. Pricing, dates, and discounts for both in-person attendance and online participation are available for your reference.
Sponsors
Sponsorship Opportunities
The annual Neuroethics conference relies on contributions from institutions and individuals committed to advancing neuroethics and supporting the scholars and professionals who are leading the field.
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities for the conference and how to support individual sessions, topical themes, and programming.
Partners
Convening Partners
- International Neuroethics Society (INS)
- International Center for Neuroscience and Ethics (CINET)
- Tatiana Foundation
Community Supporter
Committee
Co-Chairs
- José M Muñoz, CINET
- Laura Cabrera, Pennsylvania State University
- David Lyreskog, University of Oxford
Members
- Laura Bernáez Timón, Center for Future Generations
- Tamami Fukushi, Tokyo Online University
- Ángel María Judel Pereira, The Centre for Neurotechnology and Law
- Gabriel Lázaro-Muñoz, Harvard Medical School / Mass General Brigham
- Eisuke Nakazawa, University of Tokyo
- Ana Guadalupe Olvera Arellano, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo
- Anders Orr, Harvard Medical School – Center for Bioethics
- Ilina Singh, University of Oxford
Staff
- Robert Beets, INS Executive Director
- Ruqaiya Mithani, INS Communications Coordinator
Updates
Submit Your Neuroethics Research to the Conference in Madrid
The International Neuroethics Society (INS) and its partners invite students, researchers, and professionals from around the world to submit research abstracts related to neuroethics for presentation at the Neuroethics 2027 conference on April 7-9, 2027. The conference includes opportunities to participate online or in-person in Madrid, Spain.
We welcome research that addresses any topic or issue related to neuroethics and the ethical, legal, clinical, social, and policy considerations raised by brain sciences and technology. Topics may, but are not required to, align with this year’s theme: ‘Neuroethics at a New Frontier: Brain, Body, Data, and the Human Condition.’ Authors with an accepted research abstract will be invited to either present a poster or give a talk, with options to present in-person or online.
The call for abstracts is posted and we are now accepting submissions. The early submission date is November 5, 2026, and the final deadline for submissions is January 21, 2027. Early submission ensures you will receive an acceptance decision in December. Authors who will travel internationally to the conference are strongly encouraged to submit early.
There are no restrictions or limitations regarding an author’s program, discipline, or area of study. We especially welcome abstracts from our colleagues from marginalized groups and/or with perspectives that are underrepresented in the field. Review the research abstract call for complete details and instructions for submitting authors.
Registration and Pricing are Available
Registration is now open for the Neuroethics 2027 conference. Pricing, dates, and discounts for both in-person attendance and online participation are available for your reference.
For the upcoming conference, we are offering discounted rates for all students, trainees, professionals and retirees registering in 2026. Advanced rates, available through November 15, are reduced 20% from the Standard rates, and Early rates are reduced 10% — available through December 31, 2026. We encourage all participants to register early to get the best rates.
Discounts are also offered for groups, classes of all sizes, scholars from select countries, and people attending in-person only one of the three days. These offerings provide up to 50% savings for eligible in-person attendees and up to 80% for online participants. We’ve also assembled several resources for traveling to and staying in Madrid.
Theme and Featured Tracks for the Neuroethics 2027 Conference
The theme for the Neuroethics 2027 conference is: ‘Neuroethics at a New Frontier: Brain, Body, Data, and the Human Condition.’ The theme is intentionally broad, inviting participants to examine how developments in brain science and technology are reshaping some of the central questions of neuroethics — from identity, agency, privacy, and responsibility, to care, justice, and our understanding of consciousness and meaning. Many of the sessions and panels developed by the Program Committee and submitted by scholars will discuss how neuroethics is uniquely positioned at this new frontier to bridge conversations that too often remain separate.
The organizers have also identified several topical tracks they expect to highlight in the program. Researchers are encouraged to consider these areas of inquiry as they design and develop their session proposals. A call for proposals will be released in the coming weeks.
Location and Times for Neuroethics 2027
The Neuroethics 2027 conference will be held April 7-9, 2027, in Madrid at the Auditorio Giner de los Ríos and the nearby offices of our convening partners CINET and the Tatiana Foundation.
At present, the preliminary schedule features programming on the following days: Wednesday, April 7 from 9am to 6pm; Thursday, April 8 from 9am to 6pm; and Friday, April 9 from 9am to 3pm.
The theme for this meeting will be “Neuroethics at a New Frontier: Brain, Body, Data, and the Human Condition.” Calls for research abstracts and session proposals will be announced in the coming weeks.
Learn more about Madrid, travel options, visa requirements, and local sights in preparation for the meeting. We also encourage you to browse the Sponsorship Opportunities available for institutions and partners that want to support the event, attendee travel, and the neuroethics field.
Save the Date
The INS is pleased to announce that the upcoming Neuroethics 2027 conference will feature an in-person gathering in Madrid, Spain and opportunities to participate online on April 7-9, 2027.
We are working closely with our local host partners — the International Center for Neuroscience and Ethics (CINET) and Tatiana Foundation — to organize this event. The scientific program for the meeting will be developed under the leadership of our Program Committee co-chairs José Muñoz, Laura Cabrera and David Lyreskog.
Updates about the conference theme, venues, registration pricing, and calls for research abstracts and session proposals will be released in the months leading up to the meeting. Start preparing today by saving the April 7-9 dates in your calendar and share this event and opportunity with others.
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Conduct
All INS event participants are expected to treat others with respect and consideration, and to uphold a professional environment committed to principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Read the full Code of Conduct.
Reporting Misconduct
Anyone who has a complaint or has experienced or witnessed behavior that violates the INS Code of Conduct, or otherwise merits institutional attention, should speak with INS Executive Director Robert Beets, INS Legal Counsel Fred Dorey, or a member of the INS Board of Directors or Program Committee.
Concerns brought to our attention will be addressed in a timely manner commensurate with the nature of the issue. The INS reserves the right to take any appropriate action regarding unacceptable behavior or activity that violates the standards put forth in the Code of Conduct.
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