Imagine a world where machines think like humans—scientists just made it possible! Engineers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have created the first artificial neuron that mimics a real brain cell’s electrical behavior. Made from protein nanowires of the microbe Geobacter sulfurreducens, it operates at a mere 0.1 volts, matching human neurons. Even crazier? It can communicate with biological neurons!
This breakthrough took years of research into bioelectronics and microbial materials.
“This is a turning point in merging electronics with biology,” said a lead researcher from UMass Amherst.
Experts are buzzing—one neuroscientist called it ‘a game-changer for medical implants,’ hinting at prosthetics or nerve repair tech that could heal from within.
Think about it: bio-computers that think like brains or implants restoring lost functions—could this be the future of medicine and tech? Share your thoughts; we’re all ears!
Sources: MSN , techxplore
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