The developments in micro-nano-electronics, biology and neuro-sciences make it possible to imagine a new world where vital signs can be monitored continuously, artificial organs can be implanted in human bodies and interfaces between the human brain and the environment can extend the capabilities of men thus making the dream of Dr. Frankenstein become true. This paper surveys some of the most innovative implantable devices and offers some perspectives on the ethical issues that come with the introduction of this technology.
Dr. Frankenstein’s Dream Made Possible: Implanted Electronic Devices / De Venuto, Daniela; Sangiovanni Vincentelli, Alberto. - STAMPA. - (2013), pp. 1531-1536. (Intervento presentato al convegno 16th Design, Automation and Test in Europe Conference and Exhibition, DATE 2013 tenutosi a Grenoble, France nel March 18-22, 2013) [10.7873/DATE.2013.311].
Dr. Frankenstein’s Dream Made Possible: Implanted Electronic Devices
Daniela De Venuto;
2013-01-01
Abstract
The developments in micro-nano-electronics, biology and neuro-sciences make it possible to imagine a new world where vital signs can be monitored continuously, artificial organs can be implanted in human bodies and interfaces between the human brain and the environment can extend the capabilities of men thus making the dream of Dr. Frankenstein become true. This paper surveys some of the most innovative implantable devices and offers some perspectives on the ethical issues that come with the introduction of this technology.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
