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Technologies
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A shirt with embedded sensors that provide real-time feedback about the mental state and cognitive performance of the person wearing it.
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Implantable cardiac ‘rectifier’ that destroys cells genetically susceptible to cause arrhythmia later.
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An assistive personal robot connected to the Internet, which can interact with individuals and the built environment (using face, voice and object recognition).
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Used with meditation techniques, the shirt can help one learn about oneself
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The rectifier transmits data to a centralized system where experts confirm its plan of action
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The robot is used at home and can ‘learn’ from its owner by asking questions and memorizing responses
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Story theme
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Finding ways to be oneself while building skills and competence to move towards adulthood.
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Pondering genetic risks and uncertainties while deciding whether or not to intervene in an otherwise healthy body.
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Adapting to successive transitional states and a gradual loss of mental and physical abilities while seeking to remain autonomous as long as possible.
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