Fig. 2. An Illustration of the New XYZ Matrix Approach. The X axis represents a specific target neurotechnology. The list of technologies shown in the X-axis is provided solely for the purpose of illustration. The Y axis indicates the maturity of a target technology that is classified under nine developmental stages. The Z axis represents the four major areas of investigation, including ethical, legal, social, and cultural implications of a target technology. The yellow line shows neuroethics research on legal issues regarding the use of tDCS. The red line shows neuroethics research on ethical issues regarding the use of DBS.
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