The U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have left many veterans with artificial limbs. But, typically, they’re simple, utilitarian devices, more function than form. But a company is setting out to do more than that and turn them into art.
Scientists have come one step closer in the development of neuroprosthetics that may help restore memory loss. A brain implant, tested in rats, successfully restored lost memories and strengthened old ones. Science reporter Benedict Carey joins us.