David Eagleman on Brain Science
From Best Case Scenarios by Kevin Kelly and Dan Pink
February 2, 2026 · 1h 4m · Episode 1
About this episode
David Eagleman discusses the future of brain science, AI's role in enhancing human capabilities, and the ethical implications of technology.
In this conversation, David Eagleman discusses the future of brain science over the next 25 years, focusing on the role of AI in enhancing human capabilities, revolutionizing dementia diagnosis, and the ongoing quest to understand consciousness. He emphasizes the need for advanced technologies to measure brain activity and explores the potential of pharmaceuticals and nanorobotics for cognitive enhancement. Ethical implications surrounding the reversal of death and memory uploading are also examined, alongside the impact of psychedelics and AI on scientific discovery and creativity. The conversation concludes with reflections on social media's role in polarization and the future of emotional manipulation through technology.
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Hosts: Kevin Kelly, Dan Pink
Guest: David Eagleman
Topics covered
- brain science
- AI
- cognitive enhancement
- dementia diagnosis
- consciousness
- ethics
- technology
Keywords
- brain science
- AI
- cognitive enhancement
- dementia
- consciousness
- ethics
- psychedelics
- social media
- technology
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