Human Brains Co-Evolved with Tools: Technology as a Nervous System Extension
emollick · x · 2026-08-02
The author discusses the profound impact of technology on human evolution. Human brains have essentially co-evolved with our tools, which act as an extension of our nervous system. For instance, when holding a rod, we can unconsciously sense the point of impact through its modes of vibration. Furthermore, there is a deep link between the use of complex tools and the development of complex language.
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