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Dr. E.J. Chichilnisky: How the Brain Works, Curing Blindness & How to Navigate a Career Path

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Insightful Exploration of the Eye-Brain Connection

The chapter delves into the neural retina's role as an extension of the brain, showcasing how the eyes hold valuable clues about overall health and brain conditions. It discusses the eye's diagnostic potential for detecting sleep deprivation, neurodegeneration, like Alzheimer's, and the brain's plasticity in handling increased visual information. The dialogue also touches on the development of retinal prostheses and the need for a grounded, incremental approach to understanding the brain and creating effective neural implants.

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