Gary Marcus

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@cecipsicop some maybe, but all no. too much empirical work needs to be done, even when you have candidate treatments. and many disorders are rare, so even finding subjects take a while.

we might make real advances, to be sure. but there is no realistic chance whatsoever of curing all

9/5/2025, 10:58:49 PM

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CAROLINE

@cecipsicop

@GaryMarcus Do you think it is impossible for diseases to be cured within 10 years?

Gary Marcus

@GaryMarcus

For a future essay, what’s your vision of an AI-positive world, say 10-20 years from now?

Not looking for fantasy stuff like every disease is cured, we are all immortal, and time travel is easy-peasy but best-case plausible scenarios you can actually foresee if we play our

The statement engages in a discussion about the realistic expectations of curing diseases within a decade, contributing to a broader conversation about future advancements in medicine and AI. It provides a grounded perspective on the challenges of medical research, particularly for rare disorders, and emphasizes the need for empirical work.

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The statement does no harm and maintains a respectful tone while discussing the limitations of medical advancements. [+1]
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The statement promotes understanding by explaining the complexities involved in curing diseases, fostering a realistic view of medical progress. [+2]
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