James Giordano, PhD, is chief of the Neuroethics Studies Program and senior scholar in residence at the Edmund D. Pellegrino Center for Clinical Bioethics, and Professor in the Departments of Neurology and Biochemistry at the Georgetown University Medical Center. He is also senior bioethicists with the the Defense Medical Ethics Center of the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, engaging directly with the Defense Health Administration and the Department of Navy, Army and Air Force Medicine on issues relevant to both research and practice within the military that evoke ethical, legal and social concerns.
Giordano is the author of over 300 publications, 7 books, and 20 government whitepapers on neurotechnology, biosecurity, and ethics, he is Editor-in-Chief of the international journal Philosophy, Ethics and Humanities in Medicine; and Associate Editor of the Cambridge Quarterly of Healthcare Ethics.
James Giordano Featured on CNN Special Report on “Immaculate Concussion, The Truth Behind Havana Syndrome”
September 25th, 2022
On “Immaculate Concussion, The Truth Behind Havana Syndrome”, Dr. James Giordano explains the science and technology potentially behind the Havana syndrome, based on his research on bioweapons.…
A Spotlight On: Ethics, Biosecurity and Genomic Data – James Giordano, Pellegrino Centre for Clinical Bioethics at Georgetown University Medical Centre
August 30th, 2022
James Giordano was featured on a Front Line Genomics’ “spotlight on” interview, which centered around about ethics, biosecurity and our genomic data. He discussed the biosecurity risks of genomic data, where biosecurity responsibilities lie and the dangers of precision pathologies.…
James Giordano and Maggie Little, Amongst the Faculty Teaching Intensive Bioethics Course this Summer
June 11th, 2022
James Giordano and Maggie Little were part of the faculty teaching the Intensive Bioethics Course (IBC) 44, which took place at Georgetown University on June 9-11, 2022.…
“We Could Hack Our Brains to Become Better, More Moral People”, Dr. James Giordano Discusses Neuromorality in Popular Mechanics
May 12th, 2022
Popular Mechanics talks with Dr. James Giordano about attempting to achieve moral enhancement through neuromodularity, and the effects of such modulations in the real world.…
“Vaccination Disagreement Between Parents”
May 1st, 2022
Dr. James Giordano addresses the ethical dilemma faced by physicians when, for the decision of vaccinating children, find parents with opposite wishes.…
“All Ethics Is Global: New Neuroethics in a Multipolar and Multicultural World”
April 27th, 2022
Dr. James Giordano and Dr. John R. Shook explore the issues that the globalization process poses on neuroethics.…
“The Need for Modernization of Biosecurity in the Post-COVID World”
February 28th, 2022
Dr. James Giordano explores different questions related to biosecurity, when doing research on dangerous pathogens, in the context of the pandemic.…
Stockdale Radio: James Giordano on the Ethics of Brain Science
February 21st, 2022
The third episode of Stockdale Radio three-part series on brain science and technology in relation to military applications.…
Stockdale Radio: James Giordano on Weaponizing the Brain
February 14th, 2022
The second episode of Stockdale Radio three-part series on brain science and technology in relation to military applications.…
Stockdale Radio: James Giordano on What Is Brain Science
February 7th, 2022
The first episode of Stockdale Radio three-part series on brain science and technology in relation to military applications.…
“Balancing Act: Precision Medicine and National Security”
December 30th, 2021
James Giordano and Diane DiEuliis describe current scientific and technological developments in precision medicine. They assess the risks of using these tools and capabilities to exert disruptive influence upon human health, economics, social structure, military capabilities and global dimensions of power.…
Maggie Little and James Giordano Spoke at Kennedy Institute of Ethics 50th Anniversary Symposium on Bioethics
June 5th, 2021
Maggie Little and James Giordano spoke at the Kennedy Institute of Ethics 50th Anniversary Symposium on Bioethics, with the theme of “A New Era of Bioethics At Georgetown”. The symposium was held in Georgetown University, in association with the Pellegrino Center for Clinical Bioethics, which celebrated its 30th anniversary, on June 1-5, 2021.…
“Neurodata and Defence: Part II – Beyond NINA -The Need for Integrative Digital Biosecurity”, Defence IQ Piece Co-Authored by Dr. James Giordano
April 16th, 2021
James Giordano, Joseph DeFranco, and Diane DiEuliis propose an integrative approach to digital biosecurity to address present and future challenges of the convergence of neurobiology and computational capabilities.…
“Neurodata & Defence: Part I – Realities and Risks”, Defence IQ Piece Co-Authored by Dr. James Giordano
April 14th, 2021
In this piece published on Defence IQ, James Giordano, Joseph DeFranco, and Diane DiEuliis address the challenges arising from the development of newer techniques and technologies –inclusive of neurodata– in relation to national security and defense initiatives.…
“Professional Attitudes toward the Use of Neuromodulatory Technologies in Mexico: Insight for Neuroethical Considerations of Cultural Diversity”
December 10th, 2020
James Giordano and his co-authors present their research on mental health clinicians’ and researchers’ perceptions and concerns regarding the use of neuromodulatory techniques in Mexico, as compared to those reported in the international literature, and examine if there are also specific local neuroethical, legal, socio-cultural issues relevant to such distinctions or similarities.…
Take the Lead Podcast: “Brain Science: Accessing The Brain And Its Functions Ethically”, Dr. James Giordano in Conversation with Dr. Diane Hamilton
December 9th, 2020
Dr. James Giordano talks with Dr. Diane Hamilton about the neuroethical aspect of brain science, digging deep into the brain science of morality and ethics and the ethical, legal, and social issues that arise in and from neuroscience and its varied applications in biomedicine, public life, and daily occupational pursuits.…
“The Emerging Neurobioeconomy: Implications for National Security”
August 19th, 2020
James Giordano and his co-authors examine growth of the neuroscience and neurotechnology market in recent years. They discuss the distinct ethical and security issues posed by neurobioeconomy, provide examples of such issues, and propose a risk assessment and mitigation approach.…
“What We May Learn – And Need – From Pandemic Fiction”
July 21st, 2020
James Giordano and Jane Doherty explore the reasons why people might be looking at science fiction stories since the global outbreak of COVID-19, and identify key takeaways of what we may learn from pandemic fiction.…
The Convergence Podcast, Episode 9: “COVID-19 and the Future of Bio-Security” with James Giordano
April 30th, 2020
James Giordano talks about COVID-19, the effect of this pandemic on the Nation, its impact on national security, and the potential implications on future bio-security.…
“Beyond 1918: Bringing Pandemic Response into the Present, and Future”, James Giordano, Diane DiEuliis, Peter Emanuel and Alexander Titus Write for the Institute for National Strategic Studies
April 27th, 2020
Dr. James Giordano, Diane DiEuliis, Peter Emanuel and Alexander Titus study the 1918 pandemic, and re-contextualize the issues, problems and solutions of the past in light of the circumstances, capabilities and complexities of the present, considering the technical tools that are currently available for pandemic response, information acquisition, and issues of governmental transparency and communication in the face of public fear.…
“How to Reopen America”, James Giordano’s Expert Opinion on CNN
March 27th, 2020
To answer the urgent question of “How to reopen America”, CNN presents the expert opinions of Dr. James Giordano and Dr. Daniel M. Gerstein, suggesting “creative approaches to protecting those who are vulnerable, while keeping our society functioning and economy running”.…
COVID-19: Demonstration and Lessons of Multiple-Order Biosecurity Risks and Threats
March 26th, 2020
James Giordano presented his work on “COVID-19: Demonstration and Lessons of Multiple-Order Biosecurity Risks and Threats” at the “Combating Global Coronavirus: From Isolation to International Cooperation” conference, which focused on the growing concern of the world community with consequences of the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
“Mapping the Past, Present, and Future of Brain Research to Navigate Directions, Dangers, and Discourses of Dual-Use”
December 16th, 2019
Working towards the goal of fostering effective biosecurity strategies to include emerging fields like neuroscience and neurotechnology (neuroS/T), James Giordano and Joseph DeFranco identify two general approaches that can be used to monitor brain science research, to facilitate the detection of dual and direct-use biological threats as they relate to advancements in brain sciences.…
“Looking Ahead: The Importance of Views, Values, and Voices in Neuroethics—Now”
September 10th, 2018
In light of the developments the body-to-head transplant (BHT) in China, which have attracted considerable attention and criticism, Dr. James Giordano reflects about the evermore international enterprise of brain science, and the need for neuroethical discourse to include and appreciate multicultural views, values, and voices.…
Neuroscience, its Applications and Implications, Dr. Nigel Cameron Interviews Dr. James Giordano for the Center for Policy on Emerging Technologies
February 23rd, 2017
Dr. Nigel Cameron, President and CEO of the Center for Policy on Emerging Technologies, interviewed Dr. James Giordano on his work in neuroscience, from basic research, to ethics, to defense applications; the public interest in the implications of this research, and the multi-national character of the projects he is part of.…
