Paralysis

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A person with ALS using a brain-computer interface to communicate, showcasing technological advancement and restored independence.

Key Brain-Computer Interface Advancements for Everyday Use

A person with severe paralysis caused by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) communicated over 183,000 sentences and nearly 2 million words independently at home using a brain-computer interface, achi

Juliana Campos·June 17, 2026

A close-up of a human brain with glowing neural pathways linked to a coin-sized implant, symbolizing the advancement of brain-computer interface technology.

Neuroscience & Mind

How Do Brain-Computer Interfaces Work and What's Next?

China has approved a coin-sized brain implant that allows people with severe paralysis to restore hand movements, marking the first such device available outside of a clinical trial globally.

Juliana Campos·June 4, 2026