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Human Augmentation, Human augmentation refers to technologies or methods…
Human Augmentation
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Brief History
Ancient Times: Wooden limbs, herbal medicine
1800s: First glass eyes, hearing aids
1900s: Pacemakers, cochlear implants
2000s+: Robotic limbs, exoskeletons, brain implants
Today: Augmented reality contact lenses, Elon Musk’s Neuralink
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Biohacking
Grinders: Insert magnets, RFID chips into their bodies
DIY biology: Perform genetic tweaks (e.g., CRISPR) outside labs
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- Human augmentation refers to technologies or methods that enhance the physical, cognitive, or emotional abilities of a human being beyond normal levels.
- Humans have been enhancing their bodies for centuries — from wooden legs and eyeglasses to modern brain implants.
- Biohacking refers to do-it-yourself human enhancement — combining biology, tech, and experimentation.
- The future of human augmentation could reshape what it means to be human.
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From wearable tech to gene editing, human augmentation is evolving fast.