Neuroethics – A scientific perspective with uncertainties

Stanford defines neuroethics is an interdisciplinary research area that focuses on ethical issues raised by our increased and constantly improving understanding of the brain and our ability to monitor and influence it, as well as on ethical issues that emerge from our concomitant deepening understanding of the biological bases of agency and ethical decision-making.  NeuroethicsContinue reading “Neuroethics – A scientific perspective with uncertainties”

Solarwinds cyberattack, the sunburst malware – A fallout that might last for years

Cyber attacks have been on a constant rise since the last few years and with time and advanced technology available at an attacker’s disposal, these attacks have become more sophisticated. With yearly reviews under way, the SolarWinds hack highlights a few significant corporate administration vulnerabilities—the pressing requirement for better IT controls and restricted board auditContinue reading “Solarwinds cyberattack, the sunburst malware – A fallout that might last for years”

Neuroplasticity – A cognitive and a psychological overview

Researchers have referred to Michael Merzenich as the “father of plasticity” because he enjoyed a long career that established that the human brain is highly plastic and that led Merzenich to develop science-based novel interventions to drive improvements. Because of her decades of research preceding that of Merzenich, let us consider Marian Diamond to beContinue reading “Neuroplasticity – A cognitive and a psychological overview”

Cybersecurity in the healthcare sector – The future first line of defense in 2021

With the coronavirus vaccine around the corner, it seems the healthcare sector has pretty much become the front line for cybersecurity in 2021. Currently, BBC and CNBC have highlighted the necessity of a secure supply chain of the vaccination. Every country is on the lookout for crimes against the safety and the security of theContinue reading “Cybersecurity in the healthcare sector – The future first line of defense in 2021”