In an exclusive interview, Peter Hegemann said AI is more dangerous than optogenetics.
Contrary to popular belief, there is very little chance that optogenetics will be used in the future to control the human brain, says Peter Hegemann, a biochemist and biophysicist, in a conversation with Interesting Engineering (IE) at the Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2023.
Optogenetics is a scientific technique that uses light to control and manipulate cells within living tissues, particularly in the brain. It allows researchers to control the activity of specific neurons with high precision, both in terms of location and timing.
Currently, scientists are applying optogenetics in pain therapy, behavioral science, and questions around neurological diseases. It has also shown potential for therapeutic applications, such as in the treatment of neurological disorders.
Leave a reply