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Brain-Computer-Interfaces in their ethical, social and cultural contexts

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In this chapter, theoretical reflections on human–computer interaction in brain–computer interfaces (BCIs) are combined with the results of an empirical investigation concerning non-invasive EEG-based BCI users’ experiences with this technology. After a short overview of transhumanist visions in the field of neurotechnology this text discusses some anthropological positions concerning interaction between man and technical devices. The focus will be on the concept of “transparency”. Then some empirical results of a pilot study which investigated BCI users’ experiences concerning human–computer interaction in BCI use are presented and discussed against the anthropological background.

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  1. Department of Philosophy, University of Dresden, Dresden, Germany

    Gerd Grübler

  2. Department of Philosophy, University of Mainz, Mainz, Germany

    Elisabeth Hildt

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Grübler, G., Hildt, E. (2014). On Human–Computer Interaction in Brain–Computer Interfaces. In: Grübler, G., Hildt, E. (eds) Brain-Computer-Interfaces in their ethical, social and cultural contexts. The International Library of Ethics, Law and Technology, vol 12. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-8996-7_15

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