Stephen Crawford Matthews

Stephen Crawford Matthews is a Senior Lecturer and Senior Research Fellow at the Plunkett Centre for Ethics, affiliated with the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy. His research bridges neuroethics, medical ethics, and moral philosophy.

• Key Affiliations: Plunkett Centre for Ethics, Faculty of Theology and Philosophy

Matthews’ research focuses on ethical dimensions of dementia care, addiction, identity, and emerging technologies. Recent work explores autonomy, truthfulness, and the impact of neurodegenerative diseases on selfhood.

His publications span topics like neuromarketing ethics, addiction coercion, and narrative selfhood, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with neuroscience, philosophy, and public health.

Matthews’ work often intersects with practical debates in bioethics, addressing challenges in healthcare, technology, and social responsibility through philosophical frameworks.