Making Brain Implants Smaller Could Prolong Their Lifespan
Researchers say making implantable electrodes smaller can help reduce brain scaring and prolong the lifespan of the technology. ... Read More...
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Bionic Fingertip Allows Amputee to Feel Texture
A new bionic fingertip that is surgically connected to nerves in the upper arm allows amputees to feel texture, a new study reports.... Read More...
Total Recall Sounds Great, But Some Things Should Be Forgotten
While neuroprosthetics that allow us to remember everything may seem like a great idea, one researcher argues such technology and abilities could have significant problems.... Read More...
Nanowire Provides Hope for Improved Brain Implants
Researchers have developed a new type of nanowire material that may improve both retinal and brain implants.... Read More...
Wireless Implantable Optogenetics Device Can Stimulate Nerves in Mice
Researchers have developed a new implantable optogenetics device which they believe could expand the scope of this new field of research.... Read More...
Wirelessly Controlling Neurons with Help of Futuristic Brain Probe
Researchers have developed a new, ultra thin, minimally invasive device for controlling neurons with optogenetics and drugs.... Read More...
Bionic Eye Implant Improves Visual Function and Quality of Life
The Argus II system improves quality of life and visual function for people blinded by retinitis pigmentosa.... Read More...
Researchers Identify Important Control Mechanisms for Walking
Researchers claim to have decoded the spinal cord activation patterns for walking.... Read More...
Researchers Publish New Findings From Mind Controlled Robot Arm Project
A quadriplegic woman moves a robotic arm and hand in 10 dimensions with "mind control". ... Read More...
Amputees Discern Familiar Sensations Across Prosthetic Hand
Amputees are able to regain sense of touch and 'feel' with their prosthetic hands, thanks to new technological advances.... Read More...
Surface Characteristics Influence Cellular Growth on Semiconductor Material
Researchers find changing the surface characteristics and texture of semiconductor materials at the nanoscale level influences the way neurons grow on the material.... Read More...
Filling Me Softly
Implant stiffness is a major cause of foreign body reaction, neuroscience researchers claim.... Read More...