Neurotechnology and The Law Short Course
Details
Duration: 6 months between October 2025 - March 2026
Delivery: Bi-weekly online lectures with Q&A (Recorded session also available)
Structure: 10 x 1-hour lectures + expert mentored capstone essay
Fee: £1499
Description
Embark on a transformative learning journey with “Neurotechnology and the Law,” a comprehensive course designed to explore the intricate relationship between advancements in neurotechnology and the legal frameworks that govern them. Over the span of 6 months, students will engage with world-leading experts in the field, participate in thought-provoking discussions, and gain practical knowledge that bridges neuroscience and legal studies. This course offers a unique opportunity to understand how neurotechnology impacts various industries, personal rights, and ethical standards.
Unprecedented Access to Expertise: This course features instructors who are recognized as world leaders in their respective fields. Students will have unprecedented access to these experts, enabling them to gain insights from the forefront of neurotechnology and law. This high-calibre of teaching is exceptionally rare.
The lecturers and tutors will be drawn (subject to availability) from an all-star cast including:
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The world’s leading expert Allan McCay
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Cambridge Professor George Malliaras
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Key contributor to the world’s first neurorights constitution in Chile, Carlos Amunategui Perello
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Key experts from the seminal case of Emotiv, Jose M Munoz and Karen Herrerra-Ferra
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World leading ethicist Andrea Lavazza
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Head of Innovation at Medlink, Dr Patrick Trotter
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Human Rights Expert Prof. Ozan Erözden
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Neurotech Horizons Contributor, John Hardy
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Associate Professor in Neuroadaptive BCI, Avinash Singh
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CNL Founder, Barrister and neurotech law pioneer Harry Lambert
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Director of the Imperial College Centre for Neurotechnology, Simon Schlutz
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Professor of Implantable Devices at KCL, Anne Vanhoestenberghe
Unique: Only course of its kind in the world: We are not aware of any other course which specializes in the intersection of Law and Neurotechnology – so join the vanguard!
Module Breakdown
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Introduction to Neurotech and Law
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Overview of the field and its significance.
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Historical context and the evolution of neurotechnology.
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Learning Objectives:
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Understand the foundational concepts of neurotechnology.
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Recognize the major developments that shaped the intersection of neuroscience and legal frameworks.
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The Science
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Introduction to core principles of neuroscience and neurotechnology.
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Applications of neurotech in healthcare, enhancement, and rehabilitation.
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Learning Objectives:
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Comprehend the scientific mechanisms behind various neurotechnological tools.
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Evaluate the societal implications of neurotechnological advancements.
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Privacy Law
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Analysis of legal frameworks that protect personal data.
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Implications of neurotechnology on privacy rights and data protection.
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Learning Objectives:
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Identify relevant privacy laws that pertain to neurotechnology.
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Assess the challenges posed by neurotech in maintaining individual privacy.
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Employment
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Exploration of workplace implications of neurotechnology.
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Legal considerations around employee monitoring and cognitive enhancement.
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Learning Objectives:
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Examine the balance between employer interests and employee rights.
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Discuss potential legal reforms regarding neurotechnology in employment practices.
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Human Rights
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Understanding neurotechnology's impact on fundamental human rights.
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Critical analysis of issues related to consent and mental autonomy.
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Learning Objectives:
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Analyse the relationship between neurotechnology and human rights protections.
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Evaluate policies that safeguard cognitive liberty and personal autonomy.
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Product Liability
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Examination of liability within the neurotechnology sector.
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Analysis of how neurotechnological innovations affect legal accountability and consumer safety.
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Learning Objectives:
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Understand the legal responsibilities of manufacturers in the neurotechnology space.
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Discuss implications of product liability in the context of neurotechnological innovations.
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Personal Injury
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The role of neurotechnology in personal injury claims and litigation
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Exploration the challenges and opportunities presented by neurotech in proving liability and causation in personal injury claims.
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Learning Objectives:
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Comprehend the integration of neuroimaging and neuroscience in personal injury cases.
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Evaluate how neurotechnology impacts the assessment of damages and the quantum of compensation awarded in legal proceedings.
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Crime
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Exploration of neuroscience's role in criminal law and investigations.
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Ethical issues surrounding the use of neurotechnology in criminal justice.
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Learning Objectives:
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Analyze the use of neurotechnology as evidence in court.
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Evaluate ethical considerations surrounding neuroscience and criminal culpability.
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Neuro-Ethics
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Delving into the ethical challenges posed by neurotechnology.
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Discussions on responsibility, consent, and societal implications.
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Learning Objectives:
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Identify and analyse key ethical dilemmas in neurotechnology applications.
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Explore frameworks for ethical decision-making in the neurotech arena.
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Around the World
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Comparative study of neurotechnology regulations across different jurisdictions.
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Global trends in legal responses to neurotechnological advancements.
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Learning Objectives:
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Understand how different countries approach neurotechnology regulation.
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Discuss the international implications of neurotech laws and policies.
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