Human in the Loop: Exploring the Frontier of Biointegrated Computation

At Peridio, we're always excited to see how our technology can be applied to groundbreaking fields. Recently, our co-founder Justin Schneck gave a fascinating talk titled, "Human in the Loop: Life and Logic in the Era of Biointegrated Computation",  that we'd like to share with our community.

The Intersection of Neuroscience and Technology

Justin's talk explored the exciting frontier where neuroscience meets cutting-edge technology. He discussed how our understanding of the brain's non-conscious processing is opening new avenues for technological intervention and therapy.

From Philosophy to Practice

The presentation took us on a journey from historical philosophical concepts about consciousness to modern neuroscientific experiments. Justin shared insights from thinkers like Miyamoto Musashi and Benjamin Libet, showing how age-old questions about human consciousness are now being approached with scientific rigor.

Hands-On Experimentation

What really caught our attention was Justin's personal foray into EEG experimentation. Using open-source hardware and software, including some of our own Peridio tools, he created a brain-computer interface integrated with Apple's Vision Pro. This setup allowed for precise control over sensory inputs, potentially paving the way for more accurate neurological studies and therapies.

The Role of Peridio

We're proud that Peridio's technology played a part in this experiment. Our tools for device management and application deployment on embedded Linux systems were crucial in bringing this complex setup to life. Justin's work showcases how Peridio can be used not just in traditional IoT scenarios, but also in cutting-edge scientific research.

Looking to the Future

The talk concluded with an exciting vision of the future - an era of "deep context computation" where technology can account for complex physiological, neurological, and environmental factors. This could lead to highly personalized digital therapies and new ways of interfacing with technology.

What's Next?

Justin also gave a sneak peek into our upcoming Avocado OS, a new Linux distribution designed for embedded systems with a focus on composability and security. We're excited about how this could further enable researchers and developers in fields like neurotechnology.

At Peridio, we're committed to providing the tools and infrastructure that make these kinds of innovations possible. We're inspired by the potential applications of our technology in fields we never imagined when we started.

We'd love to hear your thoughts on this exciting intersection of neuroscience and technology. How do you see biointegrated computation shaping the future? Reach out to our team with your insights! 🧠