Ishan Dasgupta

Ishan Dasgupta is a postdoctoral scholar in the Department of Philosophy and the Center of Neurotechnology. A lawyer by training, Ishan examines ethical issues related to emerging technologies by utilizing qualitative methodology and policy analysis. His past work has focused on patient attitudes towards induced pluripotent stem cells, inclusion of pregnant women in biomedical research, and the use of tissue samples in genetics research. At UW, Ishan will focus on both conceptual and empirical research around the development and use of implantable neural devices like deep brain stimulators and brain computer interfaces.