Mary Lou Jepsen: Could future devices read images from our brains?

Mary Lou Jepsen: Could future devices read images from our brains?

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Information Technology (IT), Architecture

11th Grade - University

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The speaker shares their journey with brain science, driven by personal experiences following neurosurgery. They discuss the challenges of managing chemical dosages to survive and the impact on their identity and thinking. Experimentation with dosages led to insights into mental images and creative thinking. The talk explores advancements in brain imaging, particularly fMRI, and the potential for direct communication of thoughts. The speaker proposes innovations in MRI technology to enhance resolution, which could revolutionize communication and aid in treating diseases like Alzheimer's.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speaker's profession before joining Google's Moonshot group?

Engineer

Neuroscientist

Medical Doctor

Psychologist

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speaker's main challenge after neurosurgery?

Improving memory

Learning to walk again

Managing hormone and neurotransmitter levels

Regaining speech abilities

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker's behavior change when experimenting with hormone dosages typical of a young man?

Became more empathetic

Lost interest in social interactions

Felt constantly tired

Experienced increased anger and arrogance

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the speaker learn from experimenting with hormone dosages?

The benefits of meditation

The complexity of male behavior

The need for regular exercise

The importance of a balanced diet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do mental images play in the speaker's creative process?

They are used for relaxation

They serve as a tool for rapid prototyping ideas

They are a form of entertainment

They help in memorizing facts

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which technology was used in the experiments to image the brain?

CT Scan

X-ray

Ultrasound

fMRI

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the surprising result of the brain scan experiments?

Brain scans can only detect physical injuries

Brain scans are not useful for visualizing thoughts

Imagining an image creates the same brain scan as seeing it

Imagining an image creates a different brain scan than seeing it

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