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My film career has just begun.
While this technology’s intent is to treat disease symptoms, it’s easy to see how it could be hijacked for nefarious purposes in this fallen world. Once these devices are in the body, it would be difficult, if not impossible, to remove. It’s not hard to imagine a future antichristian spirit exploiting this technology.
Sounds interesting. Maybe dangerous. Maybe life saving.
Then what happens to them? They just float around clogging arteries like some plastic/metal sludge?
What could possibly go wrong?
Please send at least three, maybe more, doses to the Supreme Court building, stat!
That’s just plain damn scary....it’ll be airborne before we know it.
A nonsurgical brain implant enabled through a cell–electronics hybrid for focal neuromodulation
Interesting side note...
The paper was received in October 2023, accepted in August, published this month.
This brings to mind Daniel 2 and the mixing of clay and iron.
Interesting. Thanks for posting.
American students at MIT did this?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXbqqeUU7js
Sounds a bit sloppy to me. Inject nanotechnology devices into the blood and some of them somehow make their way into the brain?
In the brain, machine-cell hybrids could target neuroinflammation, Alzheimer’s plaques, MS lesions, stroke damage, tumors, and even chronic pain pathways. And because the devices hitch a ride on immune cells, the same technology could be used throughout the entire body—dissolving fibrotic tissue, breaking up arterial plaque, attacking tumors from the inside, repairing spinal injuries, clearing infections, and even remodeling scar tissue. Once you can merge electronics with living immune cells, you’ve created a programmable repair swarm that can reach almost any damaged or diseased tissue in the human body.
In fact (still thinking out loud), a full AI-driven digital twin (conceptually similar to what Palantir is using to examine companies) of the human body would accelerate this technology dramatically. Scientists could start human experiments on the digital twin long before regulatory approval for actual human tests is obtained.
You could simulate immune reactions, brain stimulation, long-term tissue effects, and even device failures before ever touching a human patient. Regulators would get safety data early, researchers could run millions of virtual experiments instantly, and the entire path from concept to clinical use would shrink from decades to years.
With MIT’s machine-cell hybrids, a digital twin becomes the perfect partner—AI models the biology, and the SWEDs interface with it. This combination could revolutionize medicine and eliminate many of the risks normally faced in early human trials.
"A nonsurgical brain implant enabled through a cell–electronics hybrid for focal neuromodulation" — Nature Biotechnology (journal)
Well that doesn’t sound alarming or anything. 🤔
Paging Michael Crichton…
So if I get an Android chip implanted, does that mean if I switch to an IPhone I relapse?
Let me guess, they’re all Google. If so, no thanks.
"Deblina Sarkar is an Indian electrical engineer,[1] and inventor, born in Kolkata,West Bengal.[2][3] She is an assistant professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the AT&T Career Development Chair Professor of the MIT Media Lab. Sarkar has been internationally recognized for her invention of an ultra thin quantum mechanical transistor that can be scaled to nano-sizes and used in nanoelectronic biosensors. As the principal investigator of the Nano Cybernetic Biotrek Lab[4] at MIT, Sarkar leads a multidisciplinary team of researchers towards bridging the gap between nanotechnology and synthetic biology to build new nano-devices and life-machine interfacing technologies with which to probe and enhance biological function.
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.