Sign the Declaration of Sydney | AI Ethics in Neurosurgery

By signing the Declaration of Sydney, you affirm your commitment to the ethical, responsible, and human-centred use of computational and AI-enabled technologies in neurosurgery. The pledge reflects shared professional values rather than legal or regulatory obligations. It is intended to foster accountability, trust, and ethical reflection as technology continues to shape neurosurgical care and research.

What signing means

By signing, you affirm that you support the principles of the Declaration, including:

prioritising patient welfare, dignity, and safety

respecting mental privacy, autonomy, and neurorights

maintaining human oversight and professional accountability

promoting equity, transparency, and global responsibility

advancing innovation in a manner that earns and sustains public trust

The signing does not certify competence, endorse specific technologies, or substitute for regulatory approval or professional judgment.

Privacy and data use

Your signature is recorded securely for archival and verification purposes

Signatories' names will not be publicly displayed

Data are collected solely to document participation in the Declaration

Information will not be used for commercial purposes or shared with third parties

You may request removal of your signature at any time via the contact information provided on this site

Before you sign

The declaration must be read before signing it.

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I have read and support the principles articulated in the "Declaration of Sydney on the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Neurosurgery". By signing, I agree to the Privacy Policy of the Declaration of Sydney. *I consent to be contacted regarding future updates related to the Declaration of Sydney.

Thank you for signing the Declaration of Sydney!
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‍Your signature reflects a shared commitment to placing ethics, human dignity, and clinical responsibility at the heart of innovation in neurosurgery.Together, we are shaping a future where technology serves patients, professionals, and society with care and integrity.

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The Declaration of Sydney was presented at the 1st World Conference of Computational Neurosurgery (WCCNS), Sydney, 15 February 2026, and remains open for signing as a living ethical commitment.