What once was Science Fiction now is Fact

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The discussion highlights the intriguing connection between science fiction and real-life advancements in technology, specifically referencing the M5 computer from Star Trek, which utilized human engrams to enhance computer capabilities. A recent article reveals that researchers have developed a living computer using mouse brain cells, drawing parallels to the fictional M5. The conversation touches on the implications of using biological components in computing, with a humorous nod to the Star Trek episode "Spock's Brain," emphasizing the blend of entertainment and scientific innovation. The mention of "mouse brain cells" raises questions about the nature of intelligence and consciousness in artificial systems.
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Today I learned that once again a Star Trek story is soon to become fact:

In the story of the M5 computer, human engrams were used to augment a new class of computers to supercede the duotronic ones on the starship Enterprise.

Now in real life, we have one based on mouse cells:

https://www.newscientist.com/articl...m_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=news
 
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jedishrfu said:
In the story of the M5 computer
IIRC, that did not end well.
 
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And i can't resist. Mouse brain cells? Brain and brain what is brain?
 
Vanadium 50 said:
And i can't resist. Mouse brain cells? Brain and brain what is brain?
Bold by me.
I watched that episode "Spock's Brain" just last night.
 
dlgoff said:
I watched that episode "Spock's Brain" just last night.
I'm sorry.
 
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