Brain cells on a chip learn to play Doom

Human brain cells on a chip have learned to play the video game Doom. This development brings biological computers closer to practical applications. The neuron-powered chips, containing living brain cells, were programmed using Python. They demonstrated a capability to play Doom, surpassing random performance but not human levels. This advancement represents a significant step in controlling and training living neural systems for complex tasks, potentially aiding in areas like robotic control.