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Re:Human brain organoid bioprocessors now available to rent ... by sgu999 on Wednesday August 28, 2024 @09:06AM (#41379053)
> We don't know what generates human consciousness. But we know the brain is a key part of it. At what point does a bunch of lab grown human neurons become conscious?

Why just human neurons for a human consciousness?

We know very little of what sparkle consciousness but the consensus seems to be that most living things experience it with varying degree. Even though most of us, conscious humans, are absolutely fine with millions of mammals being slaughtered without much care for their feelings.

Re:Human brain organoid bioprocessors now available to rent ... by sgarland on Wednesday August 28, 2024 @09:10AM (#41379094)
It hits different when it’s your own species. At least, for humans – plenty of animals exhibit cannibalism without a second thought.
Re:Human brain organoid bioprocessors now available to rent ... by ethanwillis on Wednesday August 28, 2024 @09:20AM (#41379182)
Humans also exhibit cannibalism. In some cases without a second thought.