Atharv Gyan

1. What Is Neuralink’s Brain Computer Interface? Neuralink’s core technology is the N1 implant: a coin sized, wireless device embedded flush with the skull, connected to the brain via up to 96 ultra-thin polymer “threads” carrying over a thousand electrodes. These electrodes record neural spikes and can stimulate specific brain regions. A custom surgical robot places the threads with micron-scale precision, minimizing tissue damage. The implant streams neural data over Bluetooth to an external receiver and is powered wirelessly, eliminating bulky batteries. 2. Timeline of First-in-Human Trials May 2023: FDA grants an Investigational Device Exemption, greenlighting the first clinical trial after addressing safety concerns around batteries and wire migration. September 2023: Recruitment opens for the PRIME study, targeting participants with quadriplegia due to ALS or cervical spinal cord injury. January 2024: The first human patient, later revealed as 30 year old ...

What is Neurotechnology? Neurotechnology refers to tools and systems designed to interface with the brain or nervous system to understand, repair, or enhance brain function. It combines neuroscience, engineering, and computer science to create innovative solutions for medical and non-medical applications. What are Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs)? A Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) is a direct communication pathway between the brain and an external device, allowing humans to control machines or software using their brain activity. BCIs analyze brain signals and convert them into commands for devices. How BCIs Work: Signal Acquisition : BCIs use sensors (e.g., EEG electrodes) to detect brain activity in the form of electrical signals. Signal Processing : The collected data is filtered and analyzed to interpret specific patterns related to the user's intention. Output Execution : The interpreted signals are converted into commands to control external devices like prosthetics, computers...