Exploring Ethics: My Brain Made Me Buy It? The Neuroethics of Advertising

Topic: My Brain Made Me Buy It? The Neuroethics of Advertising

The consumer neuroscience industry is entering its second decade and continuing to grow thanks to increased acceptance by advertisers looking to better understand consumers’ preferences and decision making. However, more questions and concerns are being raised as advertising techniques challenge social and ethical boundaries. Dr. Carl Marci, Chief Neuroscientist at Nielsen, will address the ethical concerns related to consumer neuroscience including issues around privacy, informed consent, and consumer autonomy in decision making. Drs. Read Montague, Tech Carilion Research Institute, and Uma Karmarkar, University of California, San Diego, will further discuss the ethical concerns surrounding attempts to predict consumer behavior.

Location: Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park, 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101. Event entrance will be at the backside of the building, adjacent to the parking lot. Please look for the event signage.

Please note: Exploring Ethics events and parking are always free. Parking is available in back of the Fleet Science Center near the Community Forum entrance.