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Aug 22Liked by Bradley Aka

The parallels you draw between "Hang the DJ" and the potential of Digital Twins is tough!

One question that comes to mind is: what happens to human intuition and personal choice in a world increasingly shaped by these digital representations? If a DT tells me a certain diet is optimal, or flags a potential health issue before I feel a thing, will I still feel in control of my own body and decisions?

On the flip side, the possibilities for preventative care and early intervention are worth looking forward to. Imagine a world where chronic diseases are caught in their infancy, or treatment plans are personalized down to the cellular level.

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Aug 22·edited Aug 22Liked by Bradley Aka

Your discussion on the evolution from cybercopies to digital twins, particularly in healthcare, highlights the incredible potential these technologies have to revolutionize patient care and clinical trials. The examples you provided, such as GE Health System's Care Command and the applications in pharmaceutical manufacturing, underscore the tangible benefits of DTs in improving efficiency and outcomes. The progression toward more personalized and real-time models promises a future where healthcare can become more predictive and less reactive.

Commendable job of not just highlighting these challenges but also offering a glimpse into how they might be overcome as technology and infrastructure evolve. The future you envision, where DTs become a standard part of healthcare, is both exciting and promising. However, careful consideration and collaboration across the industry will be essential to navigate the hurdles you've identified.

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Great writeup! Your Black Mirror reference hits the nail on the head.

Reminds me of how AI in the automotive industry is used for predictive maintenance, where data from vehicles is analyzed in real time to prevent breakdowns. Similarly, digital twins in healthcare could personalize treatments and optimize clinical trials, potentially transforming patient care by predicting health outcomes before issues arise.

Despite all the hurdles and ethical considerations ahead, it's still exciting to envision a future with these kinds of opportunities. Looking forward to hearing more!

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