Meta's Brain2Qwerty: Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface Achieves Text Translation from Brain Signals
Meta's Brain2Qwerty, a non-invasive brain-computer interface tested on 35 volunteers in Spain, translates brain signals into text with varying accuracy depending on the imaging technology used (MEG achieving 32% CER, EEG 67%), showcasing a potential leap forward in assistive communication.
Meta's Brain2Qwerty: Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface Achieves Text Translation from Brain Signals
Meta's Brain2Qwerty, a non-invasive brain-computer interface tested on 35 volunteers in Spain, translates brain signals into text with varying accuracy depending on the imaging technology used (MEG achieving 32% CER, EEG 67%), showcasing a potential leap forward in assistive communication.
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36% Bias Score
Spain Launches €200 Million Neurotechnology Center
Spain launches the Spain Neurotech consortium, a €200 million center for developing brain-based technological tools to treat neurological diseases, emphasizing bioethics and commercialization, led by leading neuroscientists Rafael Yuste, José Carmena, and Álvaro Pascual-Leone.
Spain Launches €200 Million Neurotechnology Center
Spain launches the Spain Neurotech consortium, a €200 million center for developing brain-based technological tools to treat neurological diseases, emphasizing bioethics and commercialization, led by leading neuroscientists Rafael Yuste, José Carmena, and Álvaro Pascual-Leone.
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60% Bias Score
New Focused Ultrasound Device Promises Revolution in Brain Cancer and Alzheimer's Treatment
Sunnybrook Research Institute developed a new helmet-like device using focused ultrasound to treat brain conditions like brain cancer and Alzheimer's, eliminating the need for MRI machines, significantly expanding accessibility and reducing costs; human clinical trials are planned for 2025.
New Focused Ultrasound Device Promises Revolution in Brain Cancer and Alzheimer's Treatment
Sunnybrook Research Institute developed a new helmet-like device using focused ultrasound to treat brain conditions like brain cancer and Alzheimer's, eliminating the need for MRI machines, significantly expanding accessibility and reducing costs; human clinical trials are planned for 2025.
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52% Bias Score
China's NEO BCI Device to Begin Large-Scale Clinical Trials
Shanghai Neuracle Medical Technology's brain-computer interface (BCI) device, NEO, will start large-scale clinical trials next year in China, involving 30–50 patients with spinal cord injuries across approximately 10 medical centers, marking a significant step towards market approval based on succes...
China's NEO BCI Device to Begin Large-Scale Clinical Trials
Shanghai Neuracle Medical Technology's brain-computer interface (BCI) device, NEO, will start large-scale clinical trials next year in China, involving 30–50 patients with spinal cord injuries across approximately 10 medical centers, marking a significant step towards market approval based on succes...
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4% Bias Score
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
NHS to Trial Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders
The UK's NHS is funding a £6.5 million trial of a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound to treat neurological and psychiatric conditions; 30 patients with existing skull defects will test the device's safety and ability to improve mood and motivation.
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40% Bias Score
€200 Million Neurotechnology Center Launched in Madrid
Madrid will establish a €200 million National Center for Neurotechnology by 2030, employing 400 people to research brain function and develop technological tools for treating neurological diseases, funded jointly by the regional and central governments, with initial disagreements regarding the role ...
€200 Million Neurotechnology Center Launched in Madrid
Madrid will establish a €200 million National Center for Neurotechnology by 2030, employing 400 people to research brain function and develop technological tools for treating neurological diseases, funded jointly by the regional and central governments, with initial disagreements regarding the role ...
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60% Bias Score
Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interfaces Advance at MIT
MIT's Fluid Interfaces group is pioneering non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) technology using AI and EEG to decode human thought processes, initially for those with motor difficulties but with potential for broader applications in areas such as vehicle control and space exploration.
Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interfaces Advance at MIT
MIT's Fluid Interfaces group is pioneering non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) technology using AI and EEG to decode human thought processes, initially for those with motor difficulties but with potential for broader applications in areas such as vehicle control and space exploration.
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32% Bias Score