You Are Not So Smart 191 - Livewired - David Eagleman
Oct 18, 2020
Join neuroscientist David Eagleman, a bestselling author renowned for his research on brain plasticity, as he explores the brain’s incredible ability to adapt and integrate technology. Discover how our brains create reality from sensory inputs, and learn about innovative tools like vibratory vests that enhance our perception. Eagleman discusses the intersection of identity, personal agency, and the role of experience over genetics, offering insights into empathy and the complexities of human cognition. His take on dreaming as a protective mechanism is both intriguing and thought-provoking.
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Brain's Livewired Plasticity
- The brain is a livewired system that reconfigures itself constantly to adapt to new inputs or body changes.
- It processes information by correlating signals and predictions, making it different from hardware and software.
Brain as Plug-And-Play Device
- The brain acts like a plug-and-play device, adapting to new sensory inputs regardless of their nature.
- All sensory data is transformed into spikes, and the brain extracts patterns to build subjective reality.
Expand Senses With Skin Tech
- Use technology like vibratory wristbands to feed new information streams into the brain through skin.
- This can help people develop new sensory experiences and extend their consciousness.
