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Synchron’s brain implant that helps turn thoughts into text

CNBC - 18-Feb-2023

Stentrode is an endovascular electrode array implanted through the blood vessels

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GPT-3 and similar AI models can generate speech, using brain implants at a record-breaking speed

Singularity Hub - 31-Jan-2023

The ultimate goal is to restore rapid communications to people who can no longer speak

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CMU array to treat neurological disorders potentially

Nano Magazine - 06-Oct-2022

Microelectrode array (MEA) is 3D-printed at the nanoscale, for individual neurological treatment

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Detection and production of dopamine as a response mechanism by artificial neuron

Tech Xplore - 09-Aug-2022

Brain-machine interface that can communicate through chemically mediated signals

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CARMAT raised €40.5 million - set to resume the artificial heart production

Longevity Technology - 21-Apr-2022

Aeson could prolong lives of patients awaiting a human heart transplant

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Mojo Vision announces new industry-leading prototype for eye-controlled AR-enabled contact lens

Mojo Vision - 30-Mar-2022

Throwing away the augmented-reality headsets would really open up a new world of opportunities

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Brain implant allows fully paralysed patient to spell words and phrases

The Guardian - 22-Mar-2022

Communication is slow at one letter per minute but further developments may improve the pace

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New flexible microneedle array records electrical signals from a large portion of the brain

Medgadget - 21-Mar-2022

Advancement in brain-computer interface technology to control external devices using mind

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Lights go off for people with obsolete Second Sight retinal implants

BBC - 17-Feb-2022

No promised upgrades, and no vision at all for some recipients

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Synchron gets investment from Neuralink cofounder

Futurism - 07-Feb-2022

Appears to be ahead in the race as already started human trials

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Medgadget interviews Blackrock Neurotech's Chairman about thought-to-text BCI

Medgadget - 28-Dec-2021

The latest application of its NeuroPort Array that can also restore movement, touch and hearing

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Patient in the UK receives world's first 3D-printed prosthetic eye

Interesting Engineering - 25-Nov-2021

Fits perfectly in the eye socket and looks realistic than alternatives

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New study shows high potential for restoring functional vision in the blind

NPR - 23-Oct-2021

Transferring information to the visual cortex of blind is a dream come true

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New dental implants for bacterial contamination and tissue integration

Medical Xpress - 09-Sep-2021

BTO exhibits superior biocompatibility toward human gingival fibroblasts

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Mojo lens overlays content onto real world without disturbing your vision

CNET - 25-Aug-2021

Smart lenses of the future: Mojo aims to assist in better vision using AR technology

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A tiny brain implant restores sense of touch, even in fingertips

Business Wire - 16-Aug-2021

Through stimulating deeper parts of brain, patients can feel and control their limbs

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Synchron helps paralysed patients control digital devices with thoughts alone

MobiHealthNews - 29-Jul-2021

Implantable brain computer interface received FDA approval for human trials in US

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Exoskeletons may not serve the purpose in protecting workers from injuries

The Ohio State University - 21-Jul-2021

Additional mental strain imposed stress on lower back, negating the benefits of exoskeleton

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Translation of brain signals from a paralyzed patient into text by machine learning

Guardian - 15-Jul-2021

Neuroprosthesis provides natural communication for people who cannot talk

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Clinical experience in artificial heart with autoregulation of blood flow

pharmaphorum - 15-Jul-2021

New heart replacement therapy for patients with end-stage biventricular failure

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Tiny carbon fiber electrode records precise neural signals in rats

Medical Xpress - 08-Jul-2021

Novel brain implant that last years without damaging tissues

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AI-enabled cockroach tracks human survivors in search and rescue missions

Unite.ai - 08-Jun-2021

Long way to go, but living cockroach might save your life one day

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Certified NeuroKey BCI enables communication in neurological patients

Longevity Technology - 04-Jun-2021

With the neural signal processing software by Wyss Center, home use of BCI is now closer to reality

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Ekso Bionics' robotic exoskeletons wave goodbye to wheelchairs

Forbes - 30-May-2021

Exercise rehab using exoskeletons improved walking & cognition in multiple sclerosis patients

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Sense of touch improved performance of a robotic arm

Medgadget - 21-May-2021

Brain implants enabled sensory and motor feedback to robotic arm, resembling human abilities

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