B1 – Intermediate
We are so close to seeing a fusion between humans and computers. Organoids are lab-grown tissues that are much like human organs. Bioengineers have successfully, though still in its early stages, built a cross between organoids and AI.
Read the article about biocomputers.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/2312/231218-brainoware-biocomputer-4.html
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does the noun ”merging” mean,“Humans and machines are closer to merging.”? Give two (2) synonyms or similar expressions and make a sentence using ‘merging’.
- What does “early stage” mean? “Brainoware is in its early stages, but can already do complex tasks like voice recognition.” Give two (2) synonyms or similar expressions and make a sentence using ‘early stage’.
- What does the phrase “proof-of-concept” mean? “A researcher said: “This is just proof-of-concept to show that we can do the job.” Use this term in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What is a biocomputer?
- What is your opinion on this technology?
- What makes this invention important?
- What are some good uses of biocomputers? Can you think of more?
- How about the disadvantages/challenges we have with it?