Could living neurons make our AI smarter, faster and a million times more energy efficient? In this episode, I sit down with Dr Ewelina Kurtys to explore how biocomputing is about to transform the future of technology—and potentially change everything we know about intelligence.

We dive into the science behind biological neural networks, the ethical questions no one has answered yet, and why our brains might be the ultimate model for AI.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & What is Biocomputing?
02:08 – Evelina’s Journey from Neuroscience to AI
03:11 – Why AI Consumes So Much Energy
05:11 – How Living Neurons Process Information
08:36 – The Benefits and Controversies of Biocomputing
13:04 – Can AI Learn Empathy?
16:31 – Predictions for the Future of Computing
19:14 – Will Humans Stay the Most Intelligent Species?
21:57 – Medical Possibilities of Brain Augmentation
26:43 – Advice for the Next Generation of Innovators
30:54 – Why We Must Keep Training Our Brains
35:23 – Are Our Brains Ready for Modern Life?
38:20 – Building Better Habits in a World of Distraction
40:56 – Final Thoughts