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Sun, 16th Jan 2005

Cybernetics and Computer Vision

This week's show explores the reality of science fiction by merging man with machine. Dr. Kevin Warwick from the University of Reading discusses current research into cyborgs and upgrading humans through mechanical implants, Professor William Clocksin from Oxford Brookes University talks about computer vision and making machines more human, and Dr Andrew Gosler from Oxford University applies computer vision to finding out why birds eggs have speckles.

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What does the word bionic actually mean and how would a bionic object be incorporated into the body?

What does the word bionic actually mean and how would a bionic object be incorporated into the body?
I want to say that I'm very much in favour of the work Kevin is doing. I think it's great to look into improving humans and giving us some robot form.

I want to say that I'm very much in favour of the work Kevin is doing. I think it's great to look into improving humans and giving us some robot form.

I've got spondylitis of the spine and neck. A first-aider friend of mine suggested rubbing aftershave into the small of my back. I haven't tried it yet because I'm a bit suspicious. Do you think it will work?

I've got spondylitis of the spine and neck. A first-aider friend of mine suggested rubbing aftershave into the small of my back. I haven't tried it yet because I'm a bit suspicious. Do you think it will work?
When do you think it will be possible to experience direct input into the brain and will we be able to have false memories?

When do you think it will be possible to experience direct input into the brain and will we be able to have false memories?

What's the difference between a cochlea implant and a normal hearing aid?

What's the difference between a cochlea implant and a normal hearing aid?