SfN18: Advances in brain–computer interfaces may improve therapies and prosthetics

According to new research presented at SfN Neuroscience (3–7 November, San Diego, CA, USA), advances in connecting neural stimulation to physical control of the body are transforming the development of prosthetics and therapeutic training for people with disabilities. As our understanding of neural functions and interactions combines with technical advances, scientists are developing new and improved prosthetics and therapies that aim to improve quality of life for people with conditions such as paralysis, stroke and blindness. Electrical signals that stimulate specific regions in the brain or body can bypass injuries in the spinal column or eyes and activate target regions,...