‘Cyborg’ Rats Show Promise for Stroke Victims

In 2015, cyborgs are a recognizable reality. Scientists at Johns Hopkins have already fashioned robotic arms that can perform basic motions controlled by human nerves, not following a programmed sequence.
‘Cyborg’ Rats Show Promise for Stroke Victims
Jonathan Zhou
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In 2015, cyborgs — humans with machine enhancements—are a recognizable reality.

Scientists at Johns Hopkins have already fashioned robotic arms that can perform basic motions such as taking a sip of water — motions controlled by human nerves, not following a programmed sequence — and robotic legs are already in the works. 

Bionics are still in a primitive stage, where the technology could never be mistaken for natural limbs, but for amputees who had previously relied on immobile prosthetics, robotic limbs are a miracle. 

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Jonathan Zhou
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Jonathan Zhou is a tech reporter who has written about drones, artificial intelligence, and space exploration.
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