TED: Greg Gage: How to control someone else's arm with your brain

The video discusses the lack of neuroscience education in schools due to complex and expensive equipment. It highlights the importance of early neuroscience education, given the prevalence of neurological disorders. The speaker introduces Backyard Brains, a company that creates affordable DIY neuroscience tools. Demonstrations include recording brain activity and a human-to-human interface that allows one person's brain signals to control another's hand, showcasing the potential for broader participation in neuroscience.

What are some reasons why neuroscience is not taught in schools?

What is the significance of the statistic that one out of five people will have a neurological disorder?

How did the speaker and Tim Marzullo aim to make neuroscience more accessible?

What is the role of the electrodes placed on the volunteer's arm during the demonstration?

Explain the process of how the brain sends signals to the muscles when moving an arm.

What ethical considerations arise from the demonstration of controlling another person's hand?

What is meant by 'electrophysiology' as mentioned in the conclusion of the talk?