Neuro-prosthetics may be a new stage
for humankind, and incredible advancements are on the horizon. Greater memory capacity could be
achieved, and new information could be learned quickly, such as in
the movie, “The Matrix” and through “Talent Chips” in Solar
Echoes. Eyesight could be restored in some cases, as well as hearing,
motor-control, and other physical functions. Beyond restoration, such
physical functions could also be potentially enhanced far above
normal human capacity. Neural implants could also allow for the
control of complex machinery with a mere thought, producing greater
accuracy and also providing safety for the users by allowing them to
remotely operate machinery in hazardous environments. Implants could
assist the user in focusing, stabilize mood, and allow for other
mental functions that might not be normally possible for
brain-damaged patients. We could even potentially communicate
telepathically through neural implants! Of course, potential
downsides exist for neural implants as well—imagine the problems
that could arise if these implants could be hacked, monitored, or
even used as a mechanism to influence or control the user!
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