Scientists Connect 16 Human Mini-Brains, Make Biocomputer
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11 June 2024
Swiss startup has created low-energy 'biocomputer' by connecting 16 human mini-brains
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FinalSpark's platform uses organoids, mini replicas of organs, with eight electrodes each
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This approach, known as wetware computing relies on lab-cultured organoids, consuming significantly less power than digital processors
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Organoid research has surged in recent years alongside the growth of artificial neural networks like ChatGPT
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FinalSpark claims bioprocessors use a million times less power than traditional digital processors
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Training large language models like GPT-3 requires immense energy, contributing to global electricity usage
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By 2030, AI industry could consume 3.5% of global electricity, urging energy-efficient computing methods
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FinalSpark's system connects remotely, sustaining mini-brains for 100 days, aiding organoid research
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The platform is available for research, facilitating experiments and potentially revolutionizing computing
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Experts' future plans aim to enhance platform capabilities for broader experimental protocols in wetware computing
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