In this exclusive podcast interview, Denise Holt sits down with Brett Kagan, Chief Scientist at Cortical Labs, for an in-depth exploration into their groundbreaking synthetic biological intelligence (SBI) technology. Brett reveals the science behind their revolutionary CL1 system—the first commercial biological computer fusing live human neurons with silicon computing. We discuss how their DishBrain experiment validated Dr. Karl Friston's Free Energy Principle, the extraordinary energy efficiency of biological intelligence, and the significant implications for industries like drug discovery, personalized medicine, and robotics. Don't miss this insightful conversation, rich with first-hand stories and detailed explanations from the forefront of neuroscience and AI innovation. #CorticalLabs #CL1 #ActiveInferenceAI
Key Topics:
· The CL1 System: How Cortical Labs successfully merged live human neurons with silicon chips to create the first synthetic biological intelligence computing system.
· DishBrain Experiment: Insights into the groundbreaking experiment validating Dr. Karl Friston's Free Energy Principle through neuron-based Pong gameplay.
· Energy Efficiency of Biological Intelligence: Understanding how biological neurons provide vastly superior energy efficiency compared to traditional AI systems.
· Ethical Implications: Brett Kagan's candid discussion on the responsible use of human neurons in research and their potential to reduce animal testing.
· Real-world Applications: The transformative impact of synthetic biological intelligence on drug discovery, personalized medicine, and robotics.
Guest:Brett Kagan, Chief Scientific Officer at Cortical Labs
Host: Denise Holt, CEO and Founder, AIX Global Media
Huge thank you to Brettfor being on our show!
Discover more about Cortical Labs: https://corticallabs.com
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