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A new graphene neural interface can simultaneously record and modulate brain activity, overcoming limitations of current unidirectional technologies.
Barcelona, Spain
Who
Institute of Microelectronics of Barcelona (IMB-CNM-CSIC), Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2), Prof. Jose A. Garrido, Dr Anton Guimerà
What
A new graphene neural interface can simultaneously record and modulate brain activity, overcoming limitations of current unidirectional technologies.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:21:33 GMT · 2h 22m ago
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Barcelona, Spain ·
Why
Current neural interfaces often operate unidirectionally or have limitations in detecting certain brain signals, hindering effective neurological treatments.
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This bidirectional graphene-based neural interface, successfully tested in mouse models, could lead to new real-time, patient-specific therapies for neurological disorders by allowing simultaneous recording, interpretation, and modulation of brain activity. The technology's ability to detect ultra-low frequency brain activity without interference marks a significant advancement in neuroscience.
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