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Sentience

Daniel Toker
Artificial Intelligence
Neuroscience
Gratitude
Mental Health
Brain Organoids
Environmental Impact
Dementia
BDNF (brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor)
Positive Psychology
Entrepreneurship
Data Centers
Animal Testing
Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
Resource Consumption
Epigenetics
Epilepsy
Memory Formation
Evolutionary Biology
Water Scarcity
Alternative Methods

Dive into the mysteries of the mind with Daniel Toker, PhD (@the_brain_scientist). This podcast explores consciousness, brain disorders, artificial intelligence, and mental health, all in one place. Daniel brings together leading experts, groundbreaking research, and inspiring stories to illuminate the complexities of the human mind and brain.

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In this episode of Sentience, Alysson Muotri, PhD, professor at UC San Diego, discusses how brain organoids—lab-grown neural tissues derived from stem cells—are reshaping neuroscience. He explains how organoids can model early brain development, unco... more

In this episode of Sentience, we talk with Thomas Hartung, PhD, about how organoids and AI are reshaping biomedical science. Hartung explains how AI models can predict the toxicity of chemicals more accurately than animal tests and how organoids—tiny... more

In this episode of Sentience, we speak with Shaolei Ren, PhD, about the hidden environmental footprint of artificial intelligence. From the enormous water and energy demands of data centers to the trade-offs between carbon emissions and cooling needs... more

In this episode, I speak with evolutionary neuroscientist Barbara Finlay, PhD, whose pioneering research has reshaped our understanding of brain evolution. Barbara shares her scientific journey, from her early inspiration in vision science to her gro... more

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Alysson Muotri
Neuroscientist and expert on brain organoids and stem cell biology.
Salk Institute
Episode: 13. Alysson Muotri, PhD on how brain organoids are transforming neuroscience, evolution, and medicine
Shaolei Ren
An expert in optimization algorithms and their applications in AI and sustainability.
Episode: 11. Shaolei Ren, PhD on AI’s Hidden Environmental Costs and the Path to Sustainable Computing
Dr. Barbara Finlay
A professor at Cornell University and influential figure in evolutionary neuroscience
Cornell University
Episode: 10. Barbara Finlay, PhD on how brains develop and evolve
Gill Livingston
A psychiatrist and leading dementia researcher
University College London
Episode: 7. Gill Livingston, MD on preventing dementia

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Daniel Toker
Host of Sentience, Daniel Toker explores consciousness, brain disorders, artificial intelligence, and mental health with leading experts and groundbreaking research.

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12. Thomas Hartung, PhD on how lab-grown and artificial intelligence can phase out animal testing
Q: What do you think it'll take over the next, say, 20 years, both scientifically and politically, to at least mostly phase out animal research?
A cultural shift towards embracing new methodologies and technologies is needed, along with increased public awareness and objection to animal testing practices.
12. Thomas Hartung, PhD on how lab-grown and artificial intelligence can phase out animal testing
Q: Do you see organoids or assembloids as a potential sort of biocomputer?
Yes, this provides an opportunity for biological computing, although there are limitations with current technology regarding the integration of biological systems with traditional computing.
12. Thomas Hartung, PhD on how lab-grown and artificial intelligence can phase out animal testing
Q: How would you use AI to evaluate the toxicity of a molecule?
AI can analyze properties of substances, predicting patterns of toxicity based on existing knowledge of similar compounds, significantly reducing the need for animal testing.
12. Thomas Hartung, PhD on how lab-grown and artificial intelligence can phase out animal testing
Q: Can you tell us what can AI do for us in terms of testing the toxicity of drugs and molecules?
AI can estimate properties of substances, making it possible to predict toxicity without the need for extensive animal testing.
10. Barbara Finlay, PhD on how brains develop and evolve
Q: If humans don't have a special cortex, what is it that makes us unique, if anything?
The uniqueness of humans lies not in having a special cortex but in the combination of a large brain, long development period, and social complexity, which enables advanced language and cognitive skills.

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Covering a wide range of topics related to neuroscience, consciousness, and mental health, this podcast features conversations with leading experts who provide insights into groundbreaking research and compelling stories. Key themes explored include the science of brain disorders, the influence of artificial intelligence on our understanding of the brain, and the implications of mental health practices on well-being. Through engaging discussions, the content reveals the intricacies of how our brains work and the often-overlooked effects of external factors, such as genetics and environment, on brain function and mental states. The unique blend of scientific inquiry and relatable narratives makes this podcast a valuable resource for those in... more

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