Switzerland: Brain research and the law

Abstract

Many of the so far discussed methods of neurosciences have not yet reached a state in which they can be taken as reliable. Thus, the discussion on their application is still at a very early stage. However, it is the task of law to provide a legal compass showing the direction in which new technical developments have to be measured. In this context, one should not only see the risks of neuroscientific developments, but also bear in mind the new opportunities and chances.