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The connected brain

  • 28 september 2017
  • 45 minuten

Neuroscientist Prof Nick Ramsey (UMC Utrecht) developed a device that translates a paralyzed patient's thoughts into computer commands.

Neuroscientist Prof Nick Ramsey (UMC Utrecht) developed a device that translates a paralyzed patient's thoughts into computer commands. What is the full potential of such an interface? Should we be worried about creating a direct window to our thoughts?

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