Declaration of Sydney on the Ethical Use of AI in Neurosurgery
Last updated: 1/27/2026

‍1. Nature of the Declaration
The Declaration of Sydney is a voluntary, non-binding ethical pledge developed by an international task force. It is intended to articulate shared principles and aspirations for the responsible use of computational and AI-enabled technologies in neurosurgery.The Declaration does not constitute legal, medical, or regulatory advice.

2. Use of Website Content
Content on this website may be read, shared, and cited for educational, academic, and non-commercial purposes, provided appropriate attribution is given to the Declaration of Sydney.Content may not be used in a misleading manner or represented as official policy, regulation, or legal authority.

3. Signatures and Endorsement
By signing the Declaration:Signatories express a personal professional commitment to its principlesSignatures do not imply endorsement by employers, institutions, professional bodies, governments, or regulatorsSigning does not create legal obligations or contractual relationshipsThe custodians reserve the right to moderate or remove signatures that are fraudulent, inappropriate, or inconsistent with the spirit of the Declaration.

4. Limitation of Liability
The Declaration of Sydney and its website are provided for informational and normative purposes only. The custodians and contributors disclaim liability for actions taken based on the content of the Declaration or website.

5. Modifications
Content on this website, including the Declaration itself, may evolve over time through transparent and documented custodial processes. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

6. Governing Ethos
This initiative is independent, global, and not governed by any single institution, jurisdiction, or organisation. Interpretation and application of the Declaration are guided by ethical reasoning, professional judgment, and respect for human dignity.