#9 Computational Neuroscientist Dr Mark Humphries - Brain Computers, NeuroAI and the Mystery of Dark Neurons
Description
Dr Mark Humphries has dedicated his scientific career to studying the spike, the fundamental way that neuron's in the brain communicate with each other.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
03:17 - The Spike: The Language of the Brain
02:58 - From Basic Movements to Higher Cognitive Abilities
06:56 - The Adaptability of Neurons: Genes and the Environment
17:03 - Transforming Perception with Sensory Substitution and Augmentation
21:04 - Ethical Considerations in Neurotechnology
26:36 - Creating an Optimal Environment for Brain Health
48:42 - Early Experiments on Social and Environmental Factors
50:46 - Language Acquisition and Multilingualism
53:25 - Designing Environments for the Elderly
56:50 - The Brain as a Multi-Layer Neural Network
01:15:38 - Exploring Dark Neurons
01:20:00 - The Future of Neuroscience: High-Resolution Voltage Imaging
Check out his Book
The Spike: An Epic Journey Through the Brain in 2.1 Seconds: https://amzn.to/3X4Jpio
United States
