Brain, Technology, and Ethics

Monday, June 1, 2026
12:00pm – 1:30pm PDT
Online event

Join us for the second session of NeuroFuture: Conversations on Women Advancing Neuroscience Worldwide, as we advance the dialogue on the intersections of neuroscience, emerging technologies, and ethical considerations on current developments and future implications.

Everyone is welcome! This virtual event is free, but registration is required: https://www.internationalbraininitiative.org/events/neurofutureconversations2026 

• Jennifer A. Chandler, LLM, FCAHS, University of Ottawa, Canada
• Laura Y. Cabrera, PhD, Pennsylvania State University, USA
• Olivia Matshabane, PhD, MA, Stellenbosch University, South Africa
• Julie M. Robillard, PhD, University of British Columbia, Canada

MODERATOR: Judy Illes, OC, PhD, Neuroethics Canada, University of British Columbia, Canada

EVENT OVERVIEW
In a series of panel discussions, a collaborative effort between the IBI, the World Women in Neuroscience, and UBC Neuroethics Canada brings together a wide range of voices in dialogue on the impact of women in neuroscience innovation, and will feature distinguished women neuroscientists to explore the intersections of AI, brain, technology, and ethics, and neuroscience, diversity, and society. Through brief presentations and dynamic audience engagement, this series will create a space where ideas are strengthened through conversation across disciplines and borders.

These free virtual events are open to the full neuroscience network of faculty members, students, research trainees, patient and public stakeholders, and other professionals from organizations located on all continents of the world. Beyond knowledge exchange, this initiative will foster global collaboration and mentorship.

For more details and to register for this online event, please visit: https://www.internationalbraininitiative.org/events/neurofutureconversations2026