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Grade 9 Assembly: Exploring the Future of Human Augmentation

November 21, 2025

On November 18, Grade 9 student Isabella delivered an engaging presentation titled “The Evolution of Human Augmentation—‘Cyborg’,” introducing the cutting-edge concept of cyborgs and exploring their potential and challenges.


She traced the idea from Edgar Allan Poe’s satirical vision of an augmented human to modern pioneers like Neil Harbisson, who in 2004 used a skull-mounted antenna to overcome visual impairment. Since 2012, Harvard researchers have developed “in vivo Cyborg tissues” that could one day monitor and autonomously respond to bodily changes.


Isabella highlighted promising medical applications, such as using 3D living tissues for more accurate drug testing and creating bioengineered “intelligent monitors” for real-time health adjustments. However, she also mentioned risks: chronic inflammation, tissue damage, and ethical concerns about redefining personhood. High costs could also deepen social inequality, limiting access to enhancement technologies.


In closing, Isabella shared her fascination with how technology expands human potential, citing Elon Musk’s Neuralink as a recent breakthrough. Her talk not only showcased the latest scientific advances but also prompted reflection on the ethical and social implications of merging humanity with technology—truly illustrating the art of the possible.



(Written by 9(5) Jessica Cheng  Pictures by Meijun Shi   Supervised by Meijun Shi  Reviewed by Qian Zuo)