Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics [Paperback]

James J. Giordano (Editor), Bert Gordijn (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 31, 2010 | ISBN-10: 0521703034 | ISBN-13: 978-0521703031 | Edition: 1

While neuroscience has provided insights into the structure and function of nervous systems, hard questions remain about the nature of consciousness, mind, and self. Perhaps the most difficult questions involve the meaning of neuroscientific information, and how to pursue and utilize neuroscientific knowledge in ways that are consistent with some construal of social 'good'. Written for researchers and graduate students in neuroscience and bioethics, Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives in Neuroethics explores important developments in neuroscience and neurotechnology, and addresses the philosophical, ethical, and social issues and problems that such advancements generate. It examines three core questions. First, what is the scope and direction of neuroscientific inquiry? Second, how has progress to date affected scientific and philosophical ideas, and finally, what ethical issues and problems does this progress and knowledge incur, both now and in the future?

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The task for neuroethics, so well captured in this volume, is how to bridge the gap between mind and brain while acknowledging that this chasm cannot, and perhaps should not, be filled."
Amir Raz, PsycCritiques

Book Description

Bringing together noted scholars from a range of diverse disciplines, this book explores important developments in neuroscience, and addresses the philosophical, ethical, and social issues and problems that such advancements generate. Written for academics and graduate students in neuroethics, bioethics and philosophy.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Paperback: 418 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (March 31, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521703034
• ISBN-13: 978-0521703031
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,396,602 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars fascinating reading April 28, 2012

By shirley's fan

Format:Paperback

Really interesting reading! Neuroethics is a growing field and there is much to learn about it. Professor Giordano is a leader in his field.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read June 26, 2011

By Kalem

Format:Paperback

This book provides the reader an understanding of the issues with regard to neuroethics. It is not only informative but also pleasure to read. I would highly recommend this book to anybody who has interest in neuroethics.