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Neuroethics
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Neuroethics

1874-5490

Published by: Springer

https://www.springer.com/journal/12152

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Neuroscience 390 15 16 5
Social Sciences and Humanities 748 10 17 7

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 38
Documents by Best Scientists*: 43
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 2
SCIMAGO H-index: 42
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.709
Impact Factor: 3.8

Overview

Top Research Topics at Neuroethics?

The concepts of Neuropsychology, Epistemology, Neuroethics, Social psychology and Cognition are tackled in Neuroethics. The research on Neuropsychology tackled can also make contributions to studies in the areas of Neurosurgery, Cognitive psychology, Addiction and Psychotherapist. While Neurosurgery is the focus of it, it also provided insights into the studies of Neurology and Neuroradiology.

Neuroethics connects research in Addiction with the related topic of Brain disease. Epistemology research in Neuroethics involves the investigation of Autonomy studies, all of which are linked to disciplines such as Agency (philosophy). In the journal, Bioethics, Cognitive science, Personal identity and Personality are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in Neuroethics research.

The study on Social psychology presented in the journal intersects with the topics under Moral responsibility. In addition to Psychiatry research, Neuroethics aims to explore topics under Deep brain stimulation and Clinical psychology. While work presented in the journal provided substantial information on Moral disengagement, it also covered topics in Moral psychology, Moral development and Moral reasoning.

  • Neuropsychology (35.04%)
  • Epistemology (27.35%)
  • Neuroethics (21.37%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • "I Am Who I Am": On the Perceived Threats to Personal Identity from Deep Brain Stimulation. (119 citations)
  • Neuroeducation – A Critical Overview of An Emerging Field (100 citations)
  • Me, Myself and My Brain Implant: Deep Brain Stimulation Raises Questions of Personal Authenticity and Alienation (97 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Neuroethics:

The most cited articles are organized to reinforce research efforts on Neuropsychology, Social psychology, Epistemology, Cognition and Autonomy. In addition to Neuropsychology research, the published papers aim to explore topics under Developmental psychology, Cognitive psychology, Deep brain stimulation and Clinical psychology. While work presented in the journal papers provide substantial information on Social psychology, it also covers topics in Bioethics, Neuroethics, Addiction and Moral responsibility.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Epistemology
  • Social psychology
  • Cognition

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The journal investigates studies in Neuropsychology, Cognitive psychology, Argument, Neuroethics and Cognitive science. It focuses on Neuropsychology but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Developmental psychology, Autism, Self-control, Dilemma and Punishment. The concepts on Neuroethics presented in it can also apply to other research fields, including Recidivism, Epistemology, Normative, Embodied cognition and Jurisprudence.

Topics in Epistemology explored in Neuroethics were investigated in conjunction with research in Early childhood and Child development. Research in Addictive behavior and the interrelating topic of Social psychology were among the subjects of interest in the Harm studies discussed in the journal. The study on Social psychology presented is investigated in conjunction with research in Addiction.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Big Brain Data: On the Responsible Use of Brain Data from Clinical and Consumer-Directed Neurotechnological Devices (28 citations)
  • An Analysis of the Impact of Brain-Computer Interfaces on Autonomy (11 citations)
  • Deep Brain Stimulation, Self and Relational Autonomy (8 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Neuroethics (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Eric Racine (15 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Marc D. Lewis (15 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Julian Savulescu (12 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Wayne Hall (11 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Frederic Gilbert (10 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Neuroethics (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of Oxford (31 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • University of Queensland (15 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • University of Toronto (15 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • McGill University (14 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition,
  • University of British Columbia (13 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 6.98% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 17.50% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 5.00% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 22.50% of all publications and 55.00% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career Opportunities in Neuroethics

Another aspect that deeply enriches and provides context to the subject of Neuroethics is the exploration of career opportunities for those who are interested in this field of study. For instance, a career in Speech Pathology is a prime example of an application of Neuroethics. Speech Pathologists work with patients who struggle with disorders revolving around speech and language, often resulting from neurological causes. These professionals utilize the principles of neuroethics in their work to ensure that their treatments uphold respect for their patients' neurocognitive rights and personal autonomy. If you're curious about venturing into this profession, here is a guide on how to become a speech therapist in Mississippi. Professionals in Neuroethics can also explore opportunities in research roles, academic positions, clinical practice, policy advising, and roles in bioethics review boards. As interest in Neuroethics continues to grow, the need for professionals who have deeply understood the ethical implications of neuroscience and its associated fields will also increase. Hence, choosing a career in Neuroethics can be a rewarding path, offering not just the opportunity to advance science and medicine, but to do so with ethical guidance steeped in understanding of body autonomy, rights and societal impact.

Top Publications

  • Recommendations for Responsible Development and Application of Neurotechnologies.

    Sara Goering;Eran Klein;Eran Klein;Laura Specker Sullivan;Anna Wexler

    (2021)
    193 Citations
  • Towards a Governance Framework for Brain Data

    (2021)
    49 Citations
  • The Unintended Consequences of Chile’s Neurorights Constitutional Reform: Moving beyond Negative Rights to Capabilities

    (2022)
    32 Citations
  • Incapacitation, Reintegration, and Limited General Deterrence

    Derk Pereboom

    (2020)
    28 Citations
  • Evidence-Based Neuroethics, Deep Brain Stimulation and Personality - Deflating, but not Bursting, the Bubble.

    Jonathan Pugh;Laurie Pycroft;Hannah Maslen;Tipu Aziz

    (2021)
    27 Citations
  • ‘Woe Betides Anybody Who Tries to Turn me Down.’ A Qualitative Analysis of Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Following Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s Disease

    Philip E. Mosley;Katherine Robinson;Terry Coyne;Terry Coyne;Peter Silburn;Peter Silburn

    (2021)
    25 Citations
  • Attitudes towards Personhood in the Locked-in Syndrome: from Third- to First- Person Perspective and to Interpersonal Significance

    Marie-Christine Nizzi;Marie-Christine Nizzi;Veronique Blandin;Athena Demertzi;Athena Demertzi

    (2020)
    13 Citations

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