How We'll Become Cyborgs and Extend Human Potential

Explore the future of human augmentation in this captivating 15-minute TED Talk by bionics designer Hugh Herr. Delve into the concept of "NeuroEmbodied Design," a groundbreaking methodology being developed at the MIT Media Lab to create cyborg functionality. Discover how the line between natural and synthetic worlds will blur as humans adopt new bodies, potentially redefining human potential and even transforming us into superheroes. Gain insights into Herr's vision of humanity's morphological and dynamic evolution by the end of this century, including the possibility of human flight. This thought-provoking presentation challenges our understanding of the human body and offers a glimpse into a future where the boundaries of human capability are dramatically expanded.

How we'll become cyborgs and extend human potential | Hugh Herr