Bionic humans and cyborgs aren't starry eyed visions of the future—they're walking among us right now. From cochlear implants to robotic limbs controlled by our brains, the fields of biotechnology and genetic engineering are redefining what it means to be human every single day. Where will they take us next? And what will happen when these technologies advance to the point that enhancement procedures become elective instead of corrective?
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US Doctors Complete the Country’s First Penis Transplant
This is the latest in the new era of transplants, ones that are focused on improve (and not saving) lives.
May 17, 2016
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An Advanced Implant Could Cure The Symptoms Of Tourette’s Syndrome
The device utilizes a process called Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) whereby small pulses of electricity that deactivate target nerve cells are delivered 24/7.
May 16, 2016
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Harvard Scientists Hold Secret Meeting Aimed at Creating a Synthetic Human Genome
Experts at Harvard want to recreate human DNA from scratch. Welcome to the age of synthetic biology.
May 15, 2016
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Hyundai is Developing an Iron Man-like Robotic Exoskeleton
The suit gives you super-strength and may be the future of transport.
May 13, 2016
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This 3D Printer Creates Real Bones Using Synthetic Material
Making new bones and joints is getting a lot easier.
May 12, 2016
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Synthetic ‘Second Skin’ Is Here And It Looks Like The Real Thing
The silicone-based polymer mimics the properties of healthy, youthful skin.
May 11, 2016
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