Ep. 104: Brain & Brain-Machine Interfaces

In episode 4 of "The Tardigrade Chronicles", host Alan S. Rudolph is exploring the fascinating history and future of brain-machine interfaces, drawing on his career at DARPA and his own experience working in the laboratories of Dr. Miguel Nicolelis and Dr. John Chapin - and the unforgettable moment he first watched laboratory rats take a drink using only their thoughts.From cochlear implants to Neuralink, we trace the evolution of the field, the breakthroughs that transformed science fiction into reality, and the profound questions that remain unanswered. He also reflects on his experiences at the 2014 World Cup, where brain-machine interface technology scored a goal on a global stage. Please enjoy this episode of "The Tardigrade Chronicles".