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Which do you think would come first, brain transplants into other biological bodies or brain transplants into mechanical constructs?

>>5548494
That is why it is called a theory. And a vague one at that. I would very much prefer not to do such a thing unless there was no other option.

So /sci/,

Given the way technology is evolving at such a rapid rate, what do you think cosmetic technology will be like in the near (say 20-25 years) future?

Some university mates of mine whom I was discussing the subject with believe by then it will start to be difficult to distinguish the middle-aged from teenagers in terms of physical appearances.

just let me explain.

It will happen.
Only question is when.

>>3245856

Don't you mean Ghost in the Shell?

can cyborgs ever exist like they do in science fiction or are will they only limited to more advanced limb and organ replacements

>>1683402
This!

I would rather have the technology to become a cyborg than be able to travel to Uranus in my weekend.

>>1494649
I'd rather go full prosthetic and roam the galaxy exchanging my memes with other sentient nomads.

I have a boner just thinking about it.

Could it be done: probably
Could it result in a possible zombie apocalypse: more than likely

I would rather be cyberized, but that's a personal preference. If you prefer a meat'n'potatoes transplant, be my guest. But why would you want to? Seriously. And where would the donor body come from, assuming yours is trashed and you're not trading.

Also, the issue of memories comes up. We're assuming that all memories are housed....somewhere....in the brain. But there has been speculation (that I personally don't agree with, it was a history channel special I beleive so the science is questionable) that memories can be held outside of the CNS. Meaning that if you transplant your "self" into a donor body, you may end up with some memories from the previous owner. Creepy huh?