Neuralink is a company that was created in an effort to “merge computers with human brains. They are developing a device—same name as the company—that will first be used to help paraplegics with simple tasks such as using an iPhone and making mouse clicks on a computer—by making no physical movement. It is essentially a chip connected to wires which fan out into the human brain, capable of both recording brain activity and stimulating it.
This article is Part 2 of the series on quantum computing. If you would like to read Part 1, which introduces a high-level overview of the field, including the history, basic types and concepts, and the landscape for industrial use, please use the following link: Quantum Computers Part 1. Introduction Quantum computers provide a new …
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What are Electric Eels? You might have seen electric eels in aquariums. They do not look fancy or interesting with their long, dark green or grayish cylindrical bodies and flattened heads. They can grow up to 2.5m and weigh up to 20kg. Despite their name, electric eels are not eels. They’re scientifically closer to carp …
Introduction We make a lot of decisions in our life–from what to get for dinner to which career to pursue. Even the smallest of the decisions (like choosing to do a quick stretch) is what consists of our everyday life. We often believe that we are in control of our own actions, and as a …
Why Do We Age? Cells have the entire blueprint of the host organism as DNA. Human bodies are composed of these cells that continuously regenerate themselves. Each cell deteriorates over time or are destroyed by external factors such as wounds, but will eventually be replenished by cellular division. It is said that after 7~10 years …
Introduction As of now, the only lifeforms we see in the universe are of Earth. Many people fancy the idea of extraterrestrial life as portrayed by the countless fantasy franchises that explore a universe filled with unique and distinct life. How exciting it would be, to find bacteria in the Martian soil, fish in the …
Overview The brain has proved to itself its spectacular rational thinking capabilities within the animal kingdom. In essence, the brain works by recognizing patterns which can be seen in the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon. It is very likely that you have already experienced this phenomenon. For example, imagine you have learned the new word “anthropomorphic”. Within the …
Why Should We Colonize Other Celestial Bodies? It is in an organism’s nature, to expand its population and reach out to new territories. There are several factors that limit this process that include, but are not limited to competitors, environmental changes, and genetic adaptation. Humans have learned methods to somewhat control or resist these factors, …
History of Fireworks Historians believe that fireworks were invented by the Chinese in the second century. Everything started off by an accident when people noticed that bamboo sticks in their bonfires exploded with a bang. This was caused due to the fast-growing bamboo trapping air inside its stalks. A huge reaction with light and sound …
Introduction Within the last decade, it has become possible to design and create sub-gram miniature robots. The demand of miniature robots comes from the potential for their applications, ranging from artificial pollination to complex surgeries and search and surveillance missions. Miniature robots can have the potential to complete or assist tasks that are difficult for …
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