Description
Panellists: Anders Sandberg, Bradley Love, Robin Hanson, Brett Kagan
Recorded at Vision Weekend France 2023.
Key Highlights
The panel explored how brain emulation is increasingly becoming a viable possibility with technological advancements.They discussed the availability of tools that help understand the neurochemistry and biology of cells, which is crucial for brain emulation. For example, the use of expansion microscopy for imaging neurons on a larger scale was highlighted, showcasing its importance in brain emulation research.However, they also note that the mapping efforts required for brain emulation are proving to be more complex than initially anticipated.It was emphasized that there is a critical need for collaboration between biologists and computer scientists in advancing brain emulation research.They explored the potential of using neurons as an engineering resource to create intelligent devices.The panel concluded that achieving smaller milestones is crucial before envisioning the broader potential of brain emulation technology.
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