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Swiss Researchers Pioneering Biocomputers with Living Stem Cells

10/4/2025

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Researchers in Switzerland are developing biocomputers using living cells, specifically human skin-derived stem cells.
The project, led by Dr. Fred Jordan of FinalSpark lab, aims to produce energy-efficient wetware for AI-like learning.
Organoids, neuron clusters, are grown and tested with electrodes to gauge responses; Cortical Labs and Johns Hopkins University also explore biocomputing.
Experts say biocomputing will complement silicon technology.

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Story summary

Researchers in Switzerland are developing biocomputers using living cells, specifically human skin-derived stem cells.
The project, led by Dr. Fred Jordan of FinalSpark lab, aims to produce energy-efficient wetware for AI-like learning.
Organoids, neuron clusters, are grown and tested with electrodes to gauge responses; Cortical Labs and Johns Hopkins University also explore biocomputing.
Experts say biocomputing will complement silicon technology.