President Obama speaks on the BRAIN Initiative on April 2, 2013

The BRAIN Initiative aims to provide scientists with tools to better understand the brain's functions, enhancing our knowledge of thinking, learning, and memory. The initiative seeks significant investment from NIH, DARPA, and NSF to maintain the USA's competitive edge in scientific discoveries. It envisions breakthroughs in treating conditions like Parkinson's, epilepsy, and PTSD, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities to lead in human understanding.

What risks does the speaker mention that America should take to stay at the cutting edge of science?

In what ways does the speaker suggest that America can maintain its leadership in scientific advancements?