The Dream Machine/Scientists can now read your mind

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A Japanese research team from ATR Computational Neuroscience Laboratories has developed groundbreaking technology that can visualize images directly from human brain activity, potentially allowing for the display of thoughts and dreams on computer screens. The researchers utilized functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to analyze cerebral blood flow changes while subjects viewed various images, successfully reconstructing simple black-and-white images based on this data. While current capabilities are limited to basic visuals, advancements could enable the reproduction of more complex imagery, including color. The technology may have applications in fields such as art, design, and psychiatry, offering insights into mental states and aiding in the treatment of disorders. Concerns about privacy and ethical implications were raised, with discussions about the potential for misuse in criminal investigations and the impact on personal privacy. The research findings are set to be published in the journal Neuron.
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Proton Soup said:
this'll probably show up in some sci-fi program within the next year, if it hasn't already been done.

Something similar in the film "6th day" with the governator. They could store your memories on a disk and then upload those to a clone.
 
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Sounds like my dream of being able to read minds is coming true very slowly!:biggrin:
 

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