The Brave New World of “Brain Pills”

At the same time that some scientists see artificial intelligence surpassing human intelligence, others are working on pharmaceuticals that hold the potential for greatly enhancing our own mental capabilities. This trend will truly give you something to think about.

One of the long-held dreams of medical science is to find drugs that will increase intelligence and boost brain performance, aid concentration, and generally give us more control over thought, memory, and cognitive functioning. Some scientists n.....