"Why I'm (Probably) never getting brain augmentation - but one thing I might" | AI MASTERCLASS

Jul 6, 2025

Dive into the intriguing Ship of Theseus hypothesis, questioning what it means to enhance human identity through technology. Explore the hurdles and possibilities of brain augmentation, from Brain-Computer Interfaces to the complexities of self-awareness. Discover the potential dangers of losing identity with cybernetic integration, countered by innovative solutions like neuropolymer membranes. Finally, contemplate the frontiers of cognitive enhancement and the philosophical implications of consciousness as a collective phenomenon.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Challenges and Possibilities of Brain Augmentation

02:15 • 2min

The Complexity of Brain Augmentation and Self-Awareness

04:23 • 4min

The Dangers of Brain Augmentation and Hope for Neuropolymer Membranes

08:52 • 2min

Exploring the Frontiers of Cognitive Augmentation and Consciousness

11:13 • 4min