Bioethics stories

Sep 18, 2026

Donated bodies used to generate high-precision anatomic data for medical AI systems

Bodies donated to science are being utilized as a source of high-precision anatomic data to support the development and validation of medical AI systems, three-dimensional models, and related applications, raising questions about innovation and ethical considerations.

Sep 18, 20261 source

Jul 22, 2026

Biohacker Bryan Johnson Claims to Have Created Stem Cell Clone to Grow Replacement Organs

Tech entrepreneur and anti-aging advocate Bryan Johnson announced he has created what he describes as a 'newborn' version of himself using stem cells, with the goal of growing replacement organs after being diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis. The controversial experiment represents his latest effort in his 'Don't Die' longevity campaign.

Jul 22, 20263 sources

Top claims

▪Anatomic data from donated bodies can support interactive three-dimensional atlases, augmented reality applications, and the development of anatomic digital twins.
▪Spanish Anatomical Society Vice President Damián Sánchez-Quintana stated that questions remain regarding how anatomic data obtained from donated bodies should be stored, shared, and used.
▪Postmortem tissues can change position and appearance due to the lack of blood flow, muscle contraction, sympathetic tone, and formalin fixation in donated bodies.

People involved

Bryan Johnson

Subtopics

3D generation1 AI1 AI ethics1 AI in healthcare1 Autoimmune disease1 Biohacking & optimization1 Drug Approval and Clinical Trials1 Lifestyle, Wellness and Nutrition1 Longevity & aging1 Regenerative medicine1

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