The Tragic Death Of The World's First Human Cyborg

If you think cyborgs are a thing of the future, then you've never heard of Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan.

Scott-Morgan, a scientist by trade, was reportedly given two years to live when he was diagnosed with motor neuron disease in 2017. The debilitating illness, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or Lou Gehrig's disease, is a rare and so far incurable condition that causes progressive weakness and muscle wasting, usually leading to death within two to four years.

Scott-Morgan died on June 15, 2022 at the age of 64. He spent his final years undergoing several procedures to alleviate his symptoms, effectively combining man and machine in a remarkable way. Here's what you need to know about the tragic death of the world's first human cyborg.

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[amethyst]

Less well-known than Stephen Hawking, but arguably as pioneering, given his debilitating medical condition. Dr Peter Scott-Morgan should have been honoured (with a knighthood, CBE or MBE) for his great work and hugely positive attitude. We salute you Dr. Scott-Morgan. 👏🏾👏🏾

[MaxPower]

Instead of tragic sometimes you should use inspirational just a thought

[johnm.castillo]

The title was very misleading. He didn't do this to live longer or to seek immortality and elevate human consciousness via AI, it was to figure out how to better serve people with debilitating illnesses to extend their life a couple of years and to help them in their suffering. His reasoning was, death was upon him anyway, why not use what little time he had to help others.

A lot of people in the comment section assumed he was trying to play the role of God and wanted to seek immortality, which isn't the case at all.

[carolynsaffoe]

I found this story to be way more uplifting than I thought it would be. What a great example he set, and a fantastic trail he blazed!

[michlon]

He just showed us what technology can do atm, when Star Trek becomes reality we all become DATA with brains

[garyleegomez]

Here was was a man who Walked Like A Man all his days! I stand and salute you, sir!

[andyv]

Sounds like he had a quality of life most of us can only hope for toward the end.

[infinitejest]

What an inspiration. The world needs more people like him. RIP 🕊

[TheRusselmuscle]

He was one weird guy. Gay and freaky personality. Gave me the creeps.

[nicoleorton]

I only just learned about this amazing man! He inspired me with his positivity. Rest in peace Dr. Scott Morgan, Thank you!

[DebiG]

I am grateful for his efforts. I lost my Mom, brother, sister and aunt to ALS. My other sister and I carry the gene. It gives me hope.

[billsmith]

truly made lemonade from life's lemons .

[timsullivan]

My only regret when watching the documentary chronicling his amazing transformation, is that someone hidden (I know not where) repeatedly chopped onions during the show's many emotionally up-lifting moments.
And wouldn't you know it? - just as I began watching this tribute to Peter, that damn onion chopper was once again up to his old tricks!

[timokeefe]

That's INCREDIBLE ! ! ! Rest in peace and thank you for your courage to press on and take it upon yourself to pursue such amazing advances in the interest of life and helping other's as well. Simply amazing!

[curtisducati]

Only found out today he died, very sad news to here, he is a legend

[wintermute]

I hate to be this guy but Y'all have a very narrow definition of "cyborg"

I mean
- Pace makers
- incline pumps
- hearing aids and cochlear implants
- artificial heart valves

These all fall well withen "cyborg" territory

[terri]

I’m
Glad he got to live longer at least
Wonder if this will be available for poor people or just the rich with connections though.

[lianefehrle]

First time of hearing of his journey. What a wonderful person to do this to help with the future.

[melissanoyb]

What an absolute bloody legend. He just filled me with a couple of kilos of hope in my heart for my own life, and he isn't even alive anymore. Hugs, Peter.

[Bubbleguts]

Who would want to live like that? I would want to go on to the next level. But that’s just me.