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Brain-Machine-Interface technology is only in its infancy, but scientists believe it may one day allow the severely disabled to perform everyday tasks using brain signals to power artificial limbs.
But some US tech companies have more ambitious interests. They envision a future where BMI will allow them to read people’s thoughts; and where humans will use mind power to interact with their digital devices.
It’s an exciting field, but one fraught with ethical concerns.
Guests
Nathan Copeland – BMI recipient
Assistant Professor Jennifer Collinger – Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh
Dr Nicole Vincent – Faculty of Transdisciplinary Innovation, University of Technology Sydney
Ethics professor Justin OâBrien sorry for collapse in Trust
The former ethics and governance professor of The Trust Project is taking stock in Byron Bay after his professional life collapsed amid claims of unethical conduct, unpaid bills and corporate missteps.
Former Monash academic Justin OâBrienâs profile has collapsed after he was investigated over an expenses rort, chased down for unpaid debts and charged with criminal assault and malicious damage of property.Â
Mar 17, 2021 â 12.00am
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In January this year, Justin OâBrien sat down and sent Greg Medcraft a note to his personal email.
âDear Greg, as you are no doubt aware I have had a torrid time,â OâBrien wrote.
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Partnering with local food producers could bring repeat tourists: Research
Benjamin Filosi
Source: The Lead.
A university researcher says tourism bodies should link more with the local food industry to attract repeat domestic tourists during Australia’s international lockout.
A world-first study by the University of South Australia and the University of Technology Sydney has shown the prominence that local foods can have on boosting regional economies through domestic tourism.
Researcher Dr Janine Williamson from the University of South Australia said the study of 518 people in 2019 was the first to provide evidence that tourists, not just “foodies”, consider food experiences a central part of their travel experience, and this insight presented valuable opportunities for domestic tourism.