Henry Markram
Neuroscientist | The Brain, AI, and the Future of Humanity
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Henry Markram is a pioneering neuroscientist whose groundbreaking work has expanded our understanding of the brain. As the Director of the Blue Brain Project, he has led the development of the world's most detailed computer simulation of the human brain.
Markram's cutting-edge research on neuronal networks and brain connectivity has been published in prestigious journals like Nature and Science. His TED talks have captivated audiences worldwide, making complex neuroscience accessible and exploring the profound implications of artificial intelligence.
Markram's keynotes offer a visionary glimpse into how emerging technologies will reshape human potential.
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A brain in a supercomputer
Henry Markram says the mysteries of the mind can be solved -- soon. Mental illness, memory, perception: they're made of neurons and electric signals, and he plans to find them with a supercomputer that models all the brain's 100,000,000,000,000 synapses.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED 2009 | 2009 | 🇺🇸Long Beach, United States |
| DLD Conference 2026 |
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