Microelectrode arrays that deliver electrical stimulation to the brain could provide therapy for neurological diseases from chronic pain to Parkinson’s
Read article: Brain stimulation delivers pain relief without adverse side effects
Researchers are developing a visual prosthesis to restore useful vision for the blind
Read article: Brain implant enables blind woman to see simple shapes
Ultrasound measurements of muscle dynamics during walking enable individualized control of a robotic ankle exosuit
Read article: Robotic exosuit uses ultrasound imaging to provide personalized walking assistance
A novel implant technology could help develop new ways to treat neurological disorders
Read article: Wireless implant uses optogenetics to control spinal cord activity in mice
A machine learning-enhanced brain–computer interface allows people with motor impairments perform essential tasks on a computer with their minds
Read article: Novel decoder helps people with paralysis click-and-drag a computer cursor using just their thoughts
A smart neuroprosthetic that uses air inflation to carry out tasks also provides tactile feedback
Read article: Smart inflatable hand offers lighter, more affordable prosthetic
In this podcast we also chat about a new brain-machine interface and Saturn’s oscillating rings
Read article: Surfing, sunscreen and the perfect pizza: the physics of holidays
Wireless system integrates painlessly with a user’s scalp to classify motor imagery brain signals
Read article: Brain–machine interface turns thoughts into actions
Neuroscientists translate a paralysed patient’s brain signals into sentences, enabling a new communication avenue for those who have lost their ability to speak
Read article: Think before you ‘speak’: brain–computer interface restores speech in paralysed man
Researchers use muscle synergy analysis to evaluate the effect of exoskeleton-assisted gait training in stroke survivors with diminished mobility
Read article: How can powered exoskeletons restore walking ability after stroke?
