Could We Add To Our Senses?

The video explores the concept of neuroplasticity, highlighting the brain's ability to adapt and learn new skills by forming new neural pathways. It discusses the flexibility of both child and adult brains, with examples like London taxi drivers and sensory substitution technologies. The video also delves into future possibilities of sensory technology and genetic modifications, emphasizing the potential for enhancing human senses.

What role does the optical lobe play in the brain, and how can it adapt in blind individuals?

What was the significance of the experiment conducted in 2007 involving mice and color vision?

How might future technology enhance our sensory perception beyond current capabilities?