Posted on 11/16/2025 3:31:11 AM PST by daniel1212
They describe the system, called Circulatronics, as more of a treatment platform than a one-off brain chip. Working with researchers from Wellesley College and Harvard University, the MIT team recently released a paper on the new technology, which they describe as an autonomous bioelectronic implant.
As New Atlas points out, the Circulatronics platform starts with an injectable swarm of sub-cellular sized wireless electronic devices, or “SWEDs,” which can travel into inflamed regions of the patient’s brain after being injected into the bloodstream. They do so by fusing with living immune cells, called monocytes, forming a sort of cellular cyborg.
After they’ve been injected, the SWEDs then follow the “natural trafficking” of the immune cells to sites of inflammation in the brain, which play a significant role in many neurological diseases
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In Sci-fi, they would exist the body into the sewer and then replicate as they evolve and infect rodents, which ends up in cats, and then makes the jump to man... Well, in SciFi anything absurd is possible.
I think not but he "holy implant" comes to mind. https://www.similarama.com/SixTheMarkUnleashed.F#tabs (not that I hold to the pretrib rapture or all such movies imagine).
https://neurolaunch.com/darpa-brain-initiative/
The DARPA Brain Initiative (Sept 2024)
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Pioneering a new era in neuroscience, the DARPA Brain Initiative is revolutionizing our understanding of the human mind and paving the way for groundbreaking technological advancements that could redefine the future of human potential. This ambitious program, launched by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), has captured the imagination of scientists, engineers, and the public alike. It’s not just another research project; it’s a bold leap into the unknown frontiers of the human brain.
But let’s rewind a bit. How did we get here? The initiative didn’t just pop up overnight like a sudden burst of inspiration. It’s the culmination of decades of research, building upon the foundations laid during the Decade of the Brain: Neuroscience Breakthroughs That Shaped Modern Medicine. This pivotal period in the 1990s set the stage for the ambitious goals we’re now pursuing.
Launched in 2013, the DARPA Brain Initiative set out with a clear mission: to develop innovative neurotechnologies that would revolutionize our understanding of the human brain and its functions. But why, you might ask, is DARPA – an agency primarily focused on military technology – so interested in our grey matter?
First up, we have neural interfaces and brain-computer interaction. Imagine being able to control a computer or a robotic limb with just your thoughts. It sounds like pure science fiction, doesn’t it? But thanks to the work being done under this initiative, it’s becoming a reality. Researchers are developing sophisticated neural implants that can read brain signals and translate them into commands for external devices. It’s like having a USB port for your brain!
But wait, there’s more! The initiative is also delving into the mysteries of memory formation and recall enhancement. Have you ever wished you could remember everything you’ve ever learned? Or maybe you’d like to forget that embarrassing moment from high school? Well, scientists are working on technologies that could potentially allow us to boost our memory capacity or even selectively enhance or suppress specific memories. It’s like having a “ctrl+F” function for your brain!
And let’s not forget about the power of artificial intelligence. The initiative is driving the development of AI-driven neural decoding algorithms. These sophisticated programs can interpret the complex patterns of brain activity, translating them into meaningful information. It’s like having a universal translator for your thoughts!
The potential for improved human-machine interfaces is also huge. We’re moving beyond keyboards and touchscreens to direct brain-computer communication. This could revolutionize everything from how we interact with our smartphones to how we control complex machinery. It’s like becoming a cyborg, but without the creepy metal parts.
The DARPA Brain Initiative isn’t a solo act. It’s a massive collaborative effort involving some of the brightest minds from various fields.
Leading academic institutions are at the forefront of this research. Universities like MIT, Stanford, and Harvard are pushing the boundaries of neuroscience and technology.
Finally - what it's really all about:
But perhaps most exciting is the initiative’s role in shaping the future of human-machine interaction. As we develop more sophisticated ways to interface directly with computers and other devices, we’re blurring the lines between human and machine. It’s not just about making our devices smarter; it’s about creating a true symbiosis between human and artificial intelligence.
The DARPA Brain Initiative represents more than just a research program. It’s a bold vision of a future where the power of the human mind is amplified and extended by technology. It’s a future where the limitations of our biology are overcome, where the boundaries of human potential are pushed ever further.
But why, you might ask, is DARPA – an agency primarily focused on military technology – so interested in our grey matter?
Answer: So it can be weaponized - against humanity. Because that’s what this really is.
God help us all.
Yep. There’s good news, and then there’s bad news. Somehow, we’ll have to thread this needle if we want to avoid some really dangerous developments, because it’s coming whether we like it or not.
You forgot trains 🚂 going over 12 mph!
🤣😂
It could happen to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez!
Frank!!! It’s the Right Fielder!!!
Also the imagination of others.
As we develop more sophisticated ways to interface directly with computers and other devices, we’re blurring the lines between human and machine. It’s not just about making our devices smarter; it’s about creating a true symbiosis between human and artificial intelligence. The DARPA Brain Initiative represents more than just a research program. It’s a bold vision of a future where the power of the human mind is amplified and extended by technology. It’s a future where the limitations of our biology are overcome, where the boundaries of human potential are pushed ever further.
The Krells of scifi
The CCP Social Credit Score System
will become the “normal thing”
as the sheep 🐑🐑🐑 continuously
are Geo-Fenced and Corralled
Should work out just fine...
There’s no Earthly way
to escape the Geofencing
WHAT could POSSIBLY go WRONG?
But most will reject that as nonsense
And eventually be under the
coming Strong Delusion
sent by God Himself
To above ⬆️⬆️⬆️
The Krells
Leslie Nielsen again!
The Krells
Archie Bell and The Krells?

They can Think Up a Monster
Just As Good as They Want!
But Id digress...😆😂🤣
Then, Dr. Quest
https://youtu.be/L0YjhXYinuw?feature=shared
As a kid I didn’t know that this is a recreation of “Forbidden Planet”
https://youtu.be/Rn6sXQ7j4ks?si=80iKlmuxDUkYjV7B
Can it turn me into a smartass?
-PJ
“You forgot trains 🚂 going over 12 mph!”
YIKES!! Are people crazy!
IIRC somebody said people couldn’t survive
going over 12 mph in a train 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃
Maybe it was something more like 30 MPH
It’s been a long time since I read that one
Here you go...
https://illuminatingfacts.com/the-train-speed-panic-why-people-once-feared-going-faster-than-30-mph
Comforting to know that my cranky old ass won’t be here for that.
Apprehensive for my young great-nieces and great-nephews who will be here long after I’m gone, however.
And THEN what??
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