Past Events

ICTS Seminar: Combating Terrorism and the Role of Law Enforcement
ICTS Seminar: Combating Terrorism and the Role of Law Enforcement
The International Center for Terrorism Studies at the Potomac Institute for Policy Studies hosted a seminar on “Combating Terrorism: The Role of Law Enforcement” on June 11, 2015. The latest aborted plot to attack police officers in Boston underscores once again the critical role of law enforcem...
The Days After: Are Iran’s Deadlines Endless?
The Days After: Are Iran’s Deadlines Endless?
On Thursday July 9, the Potomac Institute's International Center for Terrorism Studies hosted a panel to discuss the ongoing nucelar negotiations with Iran. The Islamic Republic of Iran and the six major powers are continuing to negotiate beyond the July 7th deadline. Can a historic diplomatic endg...
ICTS Seminar: From Terrorism to War Crimes:  Past Lessons and Future Outlook
ICTS Seminar: From Terrorism to War Crimes: Past Lessons and Future Outlook
Potomac Institute for Policy Studies April 29, 2015 at The International Law Institute This seminar focused on the interface between terrorism and the rule of law. Special attention was placed on legal practices related to detention, prosecution and punishment of terrorists. Topics covered includ...
ICTS:17th Annual Event
ICTS:17th Annual Event "International Cooperation in Combating Terrorism : Review of 2014"
Potomac Institute for Policy Studies International Center for Terrorism Studies March 30, 2015 National Press Club Opening Remarks: Michael S. Swetnam CEO and Chairman, Potomac Institute for Policy Studies Moderator: Professor Yonah Alexander Director, Inter-University Center for Terrorism Studie...
ICTS Seminar: Terrorism Victimization of Women and Children - January 30, 2015
ICTS Seminar: Terrorism Victimization of Women and Children - January 30, 2015
- Captured Live on Ustream at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/the-potomac-institute-for-policy-studies
ICTS Seminar: America, Still the Indispensable Nation
ICTS Seminar: America, Still the Indispensable Nation
The Potomac Institute for Policy Studies International Center for Terrorism Studies January 15, 2015 - Captured Live on Ustream at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/the-potomac-institute-for-policy-studies

The Potomac Institute for Policy Studies' Center for Neurotechnology Studies was proud to co-sponsor the third Neuroscience: Ethics, Legal and Social Issues (NELSI-3) Conference, held on February 25, 2011 at George Mason University.  The topic of the program was Ethical Issues in the Use of Neuroscience and Neurotechnology in National Defense.  Prof. James Giordano, PhD, Vice President for Academic Programs at the Potomac Institute and Director of the Center for Neurotechnology Studies, chaired the conference.

Please click below to watch a video of the conference in its entirety, or scroll down to see a list of timeline indicators for  individual presentations.  Please visit www.nelsi-3.com for full details on the conference.  

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1) Introduction by Prof. James Giordano, PhD: 00:11
2) Welcome by Prof. James Olds, PhD: 03:56
3) Opening Plenary: Towards the Neuro-Future: Challenges and Opportunities by James Canton, PhD: 17:24
4) Can (and Should?) We Regulate Neurosecurity? Lessons from the History of Science, the Military and Regulation by Prof. James Tabery, PhD: 56:38
5) Mind Wars: Brain Research and National Defense by Prof. Jonathan Moreno, PhD: 93:28
6) Hazards of Translation and Transformation: A Critique of Neuroscience in National Security from Science Studies, Ethics and Human Rights by Prof. Jonathan Marks, MA, BCL (Oxon): 130:05 
7) Neuroethics and National Security: The Promise and Peril of Neuroscience Technology, with a Hopeful Coda by LtCol William Casebeer, USAF, PhD: 158:39
8) The Human Dimension and US National Security: Our Current Challenge, But Greatest Opportunity by Chris Forsythe, PhD: 205:35
9) The Neuroethical Classification of Modifications to Body and Self by Prof. John Shook, PhD: 240:10
10) Neuroscience and Technology in National Security: Toward a Stance of Preparedness and Neuroethics of Prudent Action by Prof. James Giordano, PhD: 268:50
11) Panel Discussion: 304:40