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144. Feeling Sound and Hearing Color
Nov 9, 2024
David Eagleman, a Stanford neuroscientist and CEO of Neosensory, shares fascinating insights into the brain's plasticity and sensory substitution. He discusses how our wrists can be trained to interpret sound, enhancing experiences for the deaf. The conversation delves into the purpose of dreams, suggesting they help protect our visual systems. Eagleman also tackles the intriguing concept of Possibilianism and its role in understanding existence, intertwining philosophy with technology in a thought-provoking way.
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- David Eagleman emphasizes the brain's extraordinary plasticity, highlighting its ability to reorganize and adapt continuously to experiences.
- Eagleman explores sensory substitution technology, showcasing how devices can enable the deaf to perceive sound through tactile sensations.
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