Breakthrough in Brain-like Computing Achieved with Water and Salt

Researchers develop an artificial synapse that mimics human brain functionality using simple materials.

Scientists from the Netherlands and South Korea have created an iontronic memristor, a device that functions like a synapse in the brain using water and salt.
This new technology represents a significant shift from traditional silicon-based systems, potentially leading to more efficient and sustainable computing solutions.
The device's ability to adjust its conductivity based on ion movement is akin to how brain cells strengthen or weaken connections.
Current AI systems lack the capability to think independently, a gap this new development aims to bridge.
Despite the progress, the technology is still in its early stages, with further research needed to fully realize its potential.