Mind, body, spirit (part 1) | TED Radio Hour

This podcast episode discusses the potential of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to transform medicine and improve the lives of people with paralysis and disability. It also introduces a groundbreaking BCIs technology called Centrode. Further, it explores the ethical considerations surrounding BCIs technology and suggests its potential to revolutionize communication and treat a variety of medical conditions. Takeaways • BCIs have the potential to allow people with paralysis to regain control and communication. • Centrode is a promising stent-based BCI technology that has received FDA approval for clinical trials. • Strict regulatory frameworks are needed to ensure BCIs are used responsibly and ethically. • BCI could revolutionize communication and treat various medical conditions such as epilepsy, depression, and dementia. • More research is needed to understand the complexities of the human brain and mind, including the unconscious and collective unconscious.