Can we create new senses for humans?

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March 18, 2015 Today’s TED Talk David Eagleman: Can we create new senses for humans? 20:34 minutes · TED2015 As humans, we can perceive less than a ten-trillionth of all light waves. “Our experience of reality,” says neuroscientist David Eagleman, “is constrained by our biology.” He wants to change that. His research into our brain processes has led him to create new interfaces -- such as a sensory vest -- to take in previously unseen information about the world around us. Watch now »     Playlist of the Day Tech breakthrough These onstage demos offer a mind-blowing peek at where technology is taking us. Flying robots, levitating superconductors, brainwave-reading headsets and more … Watch » 14 talks · Total run time 2:32:11 Become a Fan on Facebook Follow us @TEDTalks Read more at ideas.ted.com  Get the TED app for iPhone, iPad and Android

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