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SUSAN GREENFIELD is a leading British neuroscientist, writer, broadcaster and member of the House of Lords. | |||
*Whilst specializing in the physiology of the brain, her areas of research include the impact of 21st century technology on the mind, how the brain generates consciousness as well as novel approaches to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimers and Parkinsons. | |||
*In this talk, Susan Greenfield explores how technology affects our personalities by affecting our neurochemistry. Drawing a parallel with climate change, she calls this challenge for humanity "mind change". | |||
*But far from being a luddite, Greenfield sees a chance for humanity to benefit from embracing some of the changes these technologies will bring - just as long as we make sure to counteract the dangerous ones. | |||
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Revision as of 03:41, 3 November 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oc7ZYj4CCdM
SUSAN GREENFIELD is a leading British neuroscientist, writer, broadcaster and member of the House of Lords.
- Whilst specializing in the physiology of the brain, her areas of research include the impact of 21st century technology on the mind, how the brain generates consciousness as well as novel approaches to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimers and Parkinsons.
- In this talk, Susan Greenfield explores how technology affects our personalities by affecting our neurochemistry. Drawing a parallel with climate change, she calls this challenge for humanity "mind change".
- But far from being a luddite, Greenfield sees a chance for humanity to benefit from embracing some of the changes these technologies will bring - just as long as we make sure to counteract the dangerous ones.