New research finds that the common arguments against the development of cognitive enhancers are misguided

As the development of cognitive enhancers gains momentum, questions have arisen about the ethics of issues such as the making or taking of a pill that could boost brain power. New research, however, finds that the common arguments against their development are misguided and should be replaced by an understanding that takes into account the subtle differences of the ethics of enhancement. "Our findings may help steer us toward more fruitful discussions regarding cognitive enhancement," says Thomas H. Murray, PhD, of The Hastings Center in Garrison, NY, "and may aid us in answering questions like: What if we could think better?"