Call for Abstracts: Future Workshop on Neuroethics

What?

Future Workshop “Neuroethics in Transition: Challenges and Opportunities for Research, Politics, and Society”

Organizer:

Research Hub Neuroethics (RHUNE)

Date: May 6–7, 2026

Location: IMPULSE – House for Intellectual Innovation and Creativity, Adenauerallee 131, 53113 Bonn, Germany

Keynotes: Prof. Dr. Surjo Soekadar & Prof. Dr. Birgit Beck

Background and aim of the event:

Germany has a strong position in the field of ethical, legal, and social aspects of neuroscience research (ELSA), but sustainable structures for knowledge exchange, policy transfer, teaching, and interdisciplinarity are still being established. The Research Hub Neuroethics (RHUNE) aims to act as a central network catalyst to address these gaps.

In this workshop, we seek short, concise presentations (approximately 30 minutes, including discussion) addressing current and forward-looking neuroethical issues. The following topics are particularly welcome:

• Technological convergences (e.g., AI and neurotechnologies, BCIs, and neuroenhancement);
• New ethical dilemmas (e.g., data privacy in the brain and the neuroethical implications of AI-supported diagnostics);
• Policy and governance (e.g., how can neuroethical findings be translated into regulation?)
• Challenges in promoting young talent and knowledge transfer (e.g., teaching formats, public relations, and industry cooperation).

What we are looking for:

• Short specialist presentations (approximately 30 minutes, including discussion) presenting current research, controversial debates, or innovative solutions.
• Interdisciplinary approaches (e.g., ethics, law, psychology, computer science, neuroscience) are very welcome.
• Relevance for networking: How can your contribution advance networking, policy work, or the promotion of young talent?

Format and procedure:

Presentation format: In-person or online

Language: German or English

Abstract length: Max. 300 words

Abstract submission deadline: March 15, 2026

Notification of selection: April 7, 2026

Target audience:

Scientists (including doctoral candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and professors), industry and societal representatives, and anyone interested in future-oriented neuroethics.

How to submit your abstract:

Please send your abstract as a PDF or Word document by March 15, 2026, to: rh-neuroethics@fz-juelich.de 

In the subject line:  “Abstract Future Workshop Neuroethics – [Your Name]”

Contact & inquiries:

Dilara Diegelmann, rh-neuroethics@fz-juelich.de 

We look forward to receiving exciting contributions that will enrich the neuroethics discussion in Germany!