Backup Brain On A Chip
from the now-where's-the-search-engine? dept
People have talked (some joking, some not) about the idea of uploading your brain to a computer for years. While this doesn't talk about going nearly that far, some researchers have figured out a way to possibly create a brain prosthesis that would help people store memories. The idea is that it could be used to help those with memory disorders overcome them, but (obviously) it doesn't take a brain prosthesis yourself to come up with other ways that this could eventually be useful. It's still quite a ways off, and there are plenty of reasons why this might not work at all when it reaches the human level, but it's at least fun to think about the possibilities. Maybe someone in Google Labs should be working on a way to index your memories for better recall. If you thought there were big arguments about people using calculators in schools, just imagine what they'll say about brain enhancement chips.
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But what if it bankrupts silicon valley?
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Stargate
I won't spoil the ending for those who have not seen it and might want to.
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Re: Stargate
God I miss the 80's
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Done
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