neurochip
Implanted brain processor
A neurochip is a microchip designed to interface directly with neural tissue—either implanted in the brain or connected to nerve cells.
Neurochips may restore lost function (helping paralyzed patients control prosthetics), treat neurological conditions, or enhance cognitive abilities.
The term appears in both medical research and science fiction, where it often suggests mind-computer fusion: The neurochip let her access the internet with a thought.
Compact computing circuit
- siliconMetalloid in electronics
- circuitryInterconnected electronic components
- transistorSemiconductor signal switch
- semiconductorPartial electrical conductor
nanotechnology · bandwidth · miniaturization · firmware · decoding · encoding · real-time · latency
Nerve signal crossing point
- cortexOrgan's external tissue
- hippocampusMemory formation region
- brainwaveSudden clever idea
- cerebralRelating to intellect
neurotransmitter · neuroplasticity · axon · dendrite · glia · neuromodulation · electrophysiology · neurofeedback
Dystopian tech-noir fiction
- transhumanismTech-augmented evolution philosophy
- singularityPoint where values explode
- sci-fiFuturistic fiction, abbreviated
- MatrixNineties cyberpunk franchise
dystopia · utopia · cyborg · posthuman · techno-utopia · wetware · cyberspace
Act of adding more
- telepathyDirect mental communication
- superhumanBeyond typical ability
- performanceCarrying out a task
- concentrationSustained single-minded attention
Device regulating heartbeat
- biocompatibleAccepted by living tissue
- subcutaneousBelow the skin
- cyberneticHuman-machine hybrid technology
- prostheticManufactured body substitute
titanium · wireless · rechargeable · rejection · encapsulation · longevity · removal · replacement
Freedom from observation
- consentVoluntary agreement given
- surveillanceSystematic observation of subjects
- hackingInfiltrating protected digital systems
- autonomyIndependent decision-making capacity
identity · inequality · access · regulation · bioethics · coercion · dignity · security
microprocessor
Compact computing circuit
- siliconMetalloid in electronics
- circuitryInterconnected electronic components
- transistorSemiconductor signal switch
semiconductor · nanotechnology · bandwidth · miniaturization · firmware · decoding · encoding · real-time · latency · throughput
synapse
Nerve signal crossing point
- cortexOrgan's external tissue
- hippocampusMemory formation region
- brainwaveSudden clever idea
cerebral · neurotransmitter · neuroplasticity · axon · dendrite · glia · neuromodulation · electrophysiology · neurofeedback · cortical
cyberpunk
Dystopian tech-noir fiction
- transhumanismTech-augmented evolution philosophy
- singularityPoint where values explode
- sci-fiFuturistic fiction, abbreviated
Matrix · dystopia · utopia · cyborg · posthuman · techno-utopia · wetware · cyberspace
augmentation
Act of adding more
- telepathyDirect mental communication
- superhumanBeyond typical ability
- performanceCarrying out a task
pacemaker
Device regulating heartbeat
- biocompatibleAccepted by living tissue
- subcutaneousBelow the skin
- cyberneticHuman-machine hybrid technology
prosthetic · titanium · wireless · rechargeable · rejection · encapsulation · longevity · removal · replacement · Neuralink
privacy
Freedom from observation
- consentVoluntary agreement given
- surveillanceSystematic observation of subjects
- hackingInfiltrating protected digital systems
autonomy · identity · inequality · access · regulation · bioethics · coercion · dignity · security · vulnerability
neurochipwearable device
Body-worn electronic gadget
peripheral device · smartwatch · headset · fitness tracker · smartphone
neurochipgrey matter
Neuronal cell body tissue
cerebral cortex · wetware · biological tissue · gray matter · human brain