Claudia Bonfiglioli

Claudia Bonfiglioli is an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology and Cognitive Sciences, University of Trento, and affiliated with the Interdepartmental Center for Mind/Brain Sciences (CIMEC). Her work spans cognitive neuroscience, neuroethics, and research ethics, with a focus on public perception of cognitive enhancement, ethical priorities in deafness research, and patient experiences with deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease.

• Education: PhD in Psychology (University of Bologna, 2000), Laurea in Psicologia (University of Bologna, 1995, 110/110 with honors), Visiting scholar at MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (Cambridge, 1998–1999), and Monash University (1996–1997).

Her research integrates empirical and ethical dimensions, addressing societal debates around neurotechnology and human/animal research. She has led institutional roles, including coordinating Erasmus+ programs and serving on the University of Trento’s Research Ethics Committee.