History of Mind Machines
what device is used to help people with brain injuries or disorders improve their cognitive abilities?
Brain Stimulation Devices
What is the underlying theme in Mind Machines?
The relationship between technology and human evolution
What is the term used in the book for machines that could potentially mimic or enhance human brain functions?
Mind Machines
What purpose did the Neurovista device serve in Rita Leggett's life?
It helped to monitor and warn her about her seizures
What was one reason that the NeuroVista was disliked by members participating in the trial?
1.) Loss of self-control
ex. Galvin felt like she had a device living in her head, that wasn't her.
2.) Mood swings
ex: the constant reminder of the gadget caused Galvin to become depressed.
3. Physically had to carry one around
ex; Galvin never knew where to put it or what to do with it. Once again a constant reminder of her disease.
3.)
What ethical issue does the book raise about uploading a person’s mind into a machine?
Identity - whether or not it would be the same person after putting a machine into their brain
What does Christine Kenneally mean by "the brain-computer interface" in the context of mind machines?
A direct connection between the brain and a computer
What happened in 2013 relating to Leggett's brain device?
It had to be taken out, as NeuroVista ran out of funding and the device would no longer function correctly
What is the term used in "Mind Machines" to describe the possibility of transferring human consciousness into a machine?
A. Machine Networking
B. Mind Uploading
C. Transferable Conscience
D. Mind Transferring
B. Mind Uploading
What does Rita Leggett’s use of brain-computer interface technology in Mind Machines suggest about the future of mind uploading and merging human brains with machines?
he potential for humans to use technology to enhance or restore cognitive functions
What is the main challenge in developing brain-computer interfaces for people with disabilities?
interpreting brain signals accurately
What type of injury did Rita Leggett suffer that led her to use brain-computer interface technology?
A stroke