Greg Gage

Neuroscientist and educator known for bringing hands-on neuroscience demonstrations to the public and co-founder of Backyard Brains; discusses plant and single-cell behaviors and 'natural intelligence' experiments on the TED stage.

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Jan 16, 2026 • 50min

What we — and AI — can learn from nature's intelligence

Greg Gage is a neuroscientist who explores plant behaviors and even slime mold as a single-cell 'computer'. He reveals how the Venus flytrap counts to catch prey and how plants adapt their growth in response to touch. Frances Chance studies dragonfly brains, showcasing how they perform fast computations that could inspire energy-efficient AI. Keely Muscatell explains the connection between our immune system and social behavior, revealing how inflammation affects mood. Karen Bakker discusses decoding animal communications with AI, emphasizing the hidden wisdom found in nature.

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