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Our mission is simple: We want people with neurological disorders to walk, talk, see, hear, and feel again. We’re engineering the next generation of BCI.

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Blackrock Neurotech
4 months
So, you heard the news? Our BCI tech has already empowered over 40 individuals with paralysis, lost function, and neurological disorders to operate robotic limbs, navigate wheelchairs, browse the internet, create art, and of course, communicate. Using thought alone. And with
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
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The venture arm of digital asset pioneer @Tether_to , has invested $200M in Blackrock Neurotech to accelerate the development and deployment of our life changing BCI solutions for people with paralysis, lost function, and neurological disorders. We can’t wait to help people
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Introducing Neuralace™: The next generation of BCI and whole-brain data capture. More:
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Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
Historic moment in med/neurotech: the first double neural bypass operation (using our Utah Array). Keith Thomas is regaining mobility and touch sensation, showing the world that no obstacle is insurmountable. Full story at @TIME : #BCI #Neurotech #Medtech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
"While Neuralink has yet to obtain regulatory approval to test its device in humans, Blackrock Neurotech has implanted BCI devices in more than 30 patients through clinical studies partnered with researchers around the world." Read the full article here:
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Technology developed by @Stanford to decode speech from neural activity was licensed by both us and @neuralink in 2021. Our #BCI tech has shown thought-to-text with 94% accuracy and was recently was used to decode internal monologue with 91% accuracy.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
We're excited to have this technology available as a tool for the neuroscience research community as early as 2024 - with aims to have first-in-human demonstrations of a Neuralace visual prosthesis by 2028. #Neuralace #BCI #Neurotech
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Blackrock Neurotech's new BCI converts thoughts of handwriting into text. From @PsychToday : . #BlackrockNeuro #BCI #neurotech #medtech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
Introducing: The BCI Exhibit. In collaboration with @aaas , we are excited to announce the opening of the world's first BCI-driven, thought-generated art exhibition in Washington D.C. Watch more: Read more:
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Eight years ago, a patient lost her power of speech because of ALS. With our tech and @Stanford 's phenomenal research team, this patient was able to communicate words at a rate of 62 words per minutes using her BCI. That's 3X faster than ever before.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Sending out a round of applause to @ChangLabUcsf , @NeurosurgUCSF Chair, who has recently been awarded the title of 'Researcher of the Year' from @neurotechwriter . 👏👏👏 #Neurotech #Neurology #BrainComputerInterface
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
One brain, two bionic arms. Buz is learning to move two prosthetic arms directly, by thought alone. That's the power of our BCI: . #BCIPioneer #BCI #BlackrockNeuro #neurotech
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Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
How does a brain-computer interface (BCI) work? Who are they for? What do they do? @dannyfortson ( @thetimes ) talks with the @bcipioneers and our CEO @MarcusGerhardt2 to cover just that. Read it here: #BCI #Neurotech #Medtech #Neuroscience #Tech #AI
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Today the FDA granted Blackrock Neurotech designation for our groundbreaking MoveAgain BCI System. The first-of-its-kind system is expected to provide immobile patients the ability to control a cursor, keyboard, mobile device, wheelchair or prosthetic device simply by thinking.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
It's official. Our BCI tech has been implanted in research patients for over a collective 30,000 days. That's 82 years, lived. It's also 20x longer than any other implantable BCI technology reported to date. This is huge. 🍾🧠
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Did you know that of the 35 human beings on earth with implantable brain-computer interfaces, 31 of them were implanted with Blackrock’s technology? #BrainComputerInterface #Neurotech
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Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
Blackrock & the BCI Pioneers have entered the building (Austin Convention Center). @TarynSouthern @iburkhart @BCIcanDoBetter @bcipioneers @sxsw
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
A fantastic new @Nature piece just dropped: Decoding the Business of BCI. @Liamjdrew explores many of the neurotech companies that are paving the way for a brighter patient future (including @Paradromics + more). Read it here:
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
31 people around the world have an implanted brain-computer interface. 29 of them use Blackrock technology. Learn more about how we're engineering the future: . #BlackrockNeuro #BCI #BCIPioneer #neurotech #medtech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Researchers at the Eduardo Fernandez Lab at @IB_UMH helped a patient see again using our BCI! This impressive research in @jclinicalinvest is a must-read. Well done @AntonioLozanoDL , @Pieters_Tweet and @NIN_knaw : . #BCIPioneer #BCI #BlackrockNeuro
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Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Bringing BCIs out of the lab and into homes, @BCIcanDoBetter talks MoveAgain for @Medgadget . #BCI #Brainimplant #Neurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
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Seeing pure joy return to a patient’s face is what it’s all about. #BlackrockNeuro #BCIPioneer #BCI #neurotech #medtech #NeuroTwitter #NeuroTwitterNetwork
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
Clearing the air: ~35 BCI research participants over 20 years, not 50 implants recently. All studies have focused on restoring and maximizing function in individuals with paralysis, and the results have been incredible. As the work and technology advance, so do the possibilities!
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
This is our Utah Slanted Electrode Array. She has 96-channels for highly selective stimulation and recording in peripheral nerves, varied electrode length for full coverage of nerve cross-section, fixed geometry and is ideal for nerve mapping. Fruit for scale. #BCI #Neurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Blackrock has announced its new BCI platform allowing patients with ALS, paralysis & other spinal cord injuries to create text by imagining themselves typing/writing by hand. Our BCI Pioneer, Dennis DeGray, uses the technology in this video by @NewsHour
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Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
The BCI Exhibit.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
This is our Utah Array. It's a small substrate of electrodes placed in the brain that relays data from the brain to a computer, and vice-versa. This is what's allowing patients to feel, move, hear and see again. Learn more: . #BlackrockNeuro #neurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
Just a really casual photo of few BCI powerhouses. Left to right: CSO Taryn Southern, CEO Marcus Gerhardt, CTO Jeff Jensen. #SXSW
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Thanks to our implantable brain technology, Bill was the first quadriplegic in the world to have his hand and arm movements restored. Remarkable! #BCIPioneer #BCI #BlackrockNeuro #neurotechrevolution
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
“It’s not going to take decades, and it may not even take years,” says Blackrock co-founder and CEO Marcus Gerhardt, on how Blackrock plans to make BCI research software available to the broader medical community.
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
"After my spinal cord injury, I knew that if I had use of my hands I would be much more independent & have a better quality of life." - @iburkhart With our BCI, Ian has been able to use his hands – & regain his independence – once more. #BCI #Neurotech
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Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
A new @60Minutes piece highlights the remarkable work of patients, scientists & engineers developing tech that restores sensation to those who have lost it. Our device allows users to control robotics (with sensory feedback) through their thought alone. 🦾
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Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
One brain, two bionic arms. Buz learned how to move two prosthetic arms directly through thought alone! That's the unfathomable power of our BCI. #BCIPioneer #BCI #BlackrockNeuro #neurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
"One small nibble for a woman, one giant bite for BCI." BCI Pioneer Jan accomplished her dream of feeding herself chocolate again. #BCI #BCIPioneer #BlackrockNeuro #neurotech #medtech #roboticarm
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Blackrock X @RNELabs . We're excited to announce that together we're bringing BCI research out of the lab and into the homes of individuals w/spinal cord injury. Geography is no longer a factor as we look towards expanding the number of study participants.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
The FDA recently granted Blackrock a breakthrough designation for our MoveAgain BCI System, which aims to provide immobile patients the ability to control a cursor, prosthetic, wheelchair, or other devices – simply by thinking.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 months
We're excited to have spent time with the brilliant @CNN Decoded team. We're even more excited for you to tune in this Sunday and see how our brain-computer interface technology is changing lives, today. #CNNDecoded #Neurotech
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
"2022 will be a big year for this Peter Thiel–backed company, as it works with the Federal Drug Administration to approve its newest BCI device, which itself builds upon an older FDA-approved device that has been used in several clinical trials."-- @Fortune
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Blackrock Neurotech's cutting-edge technology enables people to "feel" with prosthetic limbs they move with their brain. How does the BCI work? Our partners at @PittTweet explain the groundbreaking technology to @ChangingAmerica . #BlackrockNeuro #neurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
35 people around the world have an implanted BCI. 31 of them use Blackrock technology. We’re the leader in BCI technology, and we’re just getting started. #neurotechrevolution
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
It’s our social media person’s birthday. U could say happy birthday to them (me) if you really want to.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
"Long before neural technology was a field of study -- before #ElonMusk even graduated college -- Blackrock's core technology was being invented," says @ElissaWelle for @StatMediaNews . Read up on why our name is synonymous with BCI and what's next in 2023.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
We got the @bciguys in to Salt Lake City for a tour of Blackrock HQ - Including a behind the scenes peak into our labs, a dive into our tech, a chat with a sampling of our brilliant employees and sit down Q&As with our CEO and President. 🧠 Watch here:
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
During human seizures, organized waves of voltage activity rapidly sweep across the cortex. Check out how the minds at @BU_Tweets came to propose a new theory on the source of these waves using our NeuroPort arrray in the new @SfNtweets publication. #BCI
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
We are teaming up with @Columbia 's neural decoder MINT, which will be integrated into the MoveAgain software, enabling patients' thoughts to be translated more optimally into prosthetic movements:
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Some really cool publications from this last week that use our tech in their research Microstimulation of the visual cortex: Motion processing in pigeons: Deep learning & dimensionality: #Neurotech #BCI
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Blackrock Neurotech
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"As a C5/C4 tetraplegic patient...a device such as this being clinically tested...frankly, it would change my life."-- Ian Burkhart, on being able to one day have his brain interface for in-home use.
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Blackrock Neurotech
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"They boast both the most implanted patients in the world (over 40) and the longest-implanted interfaces." @Forbes contributor @naveen101 traces our journey from pioneering startup to neurotech powerhouse in his latest piece. Discover how our unwavering commitment to pushing
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Blackrock Neurotech
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"Blackrock will initially focus on people with the most pressing needs — such ALS & severe tetraplegia — before potentially moving on to depression & other conditions where pharmaceuticals are not working effectively" - @thenextweb #BCI #BlackrockNeurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Spooky Brain Fact #4 : Your brain knows what decision you've made approximately 6-7 seconds before you become consciously aware you've made it.
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Blackrock Neurotech
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"We are seeing the beginning of a revolution in the use of BCIs for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders and disabilities.” - Florian Solzbacher, co-founder & chairman of Blackrock Neurotech #BCI #BrainComputerInterface @Mdhealthoutlook
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Blackrock Neurotech
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"If #BCIs fulfill their promise, perhaps the most profound consequence will be this: Our species could transcend constraints, bypassing the body through a new melding of mind and machine," says @ferrisjabr for the @nytimes . Check it out here: #Neurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
What does a BCI do? 🧠
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
The BCI Exhibit opens today @aaas . Don’t miss it.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Their smiles say it all. #BCIPioneer Erik uses BCI technology from Blackrock Neurotech to move again and watches in amazement. It is so rewarding when our Pioneers realize the freedom this technology can bring back to their lives.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
"It's very liberating!" #BCIPioneer Dennis DeGray is feeling empowered by gaining back freedom he thought was lost forever thanks to #BCI technology from Blackrock. Each and every pioneer story is unique and we love celebrating them together!
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
"I never had to think about moving my hand because it was just something that naturally happened." BCI Pioneer Ian sharing about the personal wins he has had thanks to Blackrock Neurotech enabling him to move again.
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Blackrock Neurotech
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"And it's just the beginning." Watch this clip from @CBSNews to see how BCI Pioneer @aaron6u and researchers @TjuhNeurology helped lay the foundation for the future of stroke rehabilitation. #BCI #BCIPioneer #stroke #strokerehabilitation #strokerehab #neurotech #BlackrockNeuro
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Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Andy Warhol X Brain Computer Interfaces @DALLEminiPics
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Mind over matter is personified with our courageous #BCIPioneers and Blackrock technology. The Pioneers are quite literally eating, moving, and feeling again and this is just the beginning.
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
"Blackrock electrodes are one of the best products...for chronic neural recording. All of my PhD publications used the Utah Array trying to figure out long-term systems for human use. None of that research would have been possible without the Utah Array."-- Dr. Cindy Chestek
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Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
London artist Max King sculpted a 3D-printed piece inspired by our Utah Array. “I fed myself chocolate, then a string cheese, and then a red pepper” 2023 85x85x75 cm PLA, Pine, slot tokens In Amsterdam? Check out the installation:
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
A new report in @medgadget estimates the BCI market will reach a valuation of $1649.9 million by 2028:
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Musk’s impact on BCI: “He got it out to millions of people. You can sit back and be annoyed by that, but the great thing is...the awareness has risen.” - Marcus Gerhardt, CEO of Blackrock Neurotech, in a recent article in @Fortune .
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Join us in our upcoming webinar with Dr. Cory Inman ( @IM_inman ). We'll be learning about capturing neural recordings in the real world and how to test if direct brain stimulation can enhance memories at the spatial and temporal scales of real life: 🧠🧠🧠
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
Happy New Year from the Blackrock team; we wish you a very happy – and healthy – 2022. #BrainComputerInterfaces #BCI #Neurotechnology
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Blackrock Neurotech
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James Johnson is one of only a handful of people in the world with an implantable brain chip. He can create digital art in @Photoshop using the power of his thoughts alone. He calls it his 'mind-control'. We call it BCI. #BCI #Neurotech #Medtech
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Blackrock Neurotech
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This ALS patient communicated his first words in months using the NeuroPort Array: ‘I want a beer’. He also asked to listen to @Tool and ordered a curry. Have a great weekend! #ALS #BrainImplant #BCI
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Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
What’s your vision for the future of #BCI and #neurotech ?
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Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Throwback to when @BCIcanDoBetter shook hands with former POTUS @BarackObama with his BCI operated prosthetic. As if operating this robotic arm via thought wasn't enough, Nathan could *feel* the sensation of the handshake. #BCI #Neurotech #Brainchip #Neuro
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Blackrock Neurotech
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
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"Blackrock is the clear technology leader for human microelectrode arrays. They are the only ones whose devices have been implanted chronically in humans. If you want single-neuron resolution in people, you can't use anyone else's technology at this point." - @robert_gaunt1
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Blackrock Neurotech
3 years
For some, BCI is a futuristic promise. For us, it's technology that works today. BCI Pioneer Nathan had huge improvements in his sensory perception and now is able to identify which finger is being touched with a blindfold on. Another amazing example of the limitless power of BCI
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
We already know that direct electrical stimulation of the brain can relieve symptoms of a wide range of neuropsych diseases (Parkinson's, OCD, epilepsy)- but have you ever wondered how scientists assess what/where the stimulation parameter sweet spots are?
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
We're thrilled to announce our co-founders, Marcus Gerhardt and Florian Solzbacher, have been honored as finalists for the esteemed @EY_US Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 MW Award which acknowledges transformative leaders of high-growth companies building a more equitable future!
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
1 year
(1/7) Curious about the latest developments in neuroscience that use our tech? Here's a digest of recent research papers exploring the brain [thread]:
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Blackrock Neurotech
2 years
Your first kiss, your first time driving, your first bee sting: These are examples of episodic memories. Next Thurs, Nov 3rd, we're hosting a webinar with @IM_inman ( @uofu ) to talk how DBS could be used to enhance memories of our big life moments. More:
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Blackrock Neurotech
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Are you a student? Have you always wanted to attend the @SfNtweets annual conference? Are you a PI looking to send your students to SfN? W1e're awarding 3 students with a $1,000 travel reimbursement to attend the 2022 SfN conference. 🧠🥼📚 Apply now:
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Blackrock Neurotech
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Today is *the* @iburkhart ’s birthday. Everyone who has had the opportunity to know Ian knows what a phenomenal and brilliant human he is - moreover, the profound impact he has had in the BCI realm. Show your support and follow @IanBfoundation + @bcipioneers . Maybe say HBD? 🎈
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Blackrock Neurotech
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Can you imagine never being able to feed yourself your favorite treat again? BCI Pioneer Jan made it her goal to feed herself chocolate and she did just that! Blackrock Neurotech is complex technology that amplifies the inate determination of the human spirit. Stay sweet, Jan!
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Blackrock Neurotech
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At #SfN22 , researchers at @Caltech revealed that BCI (our NeuroPort) was able to decode a person's internal monologue with a high-degree of accuracy. A huge development in restoration of communication for those who may not be able to produce speech! 🧠
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Blackrock Neurotech
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This is Dennis Degray: BCI Pioneer. He became paralyzed below his collarbones after a fall. In 2016, he was implanted with #BCI tech and safely regained abilities to type and navigate computers with his thoughts alone. It's amazing - and the best of our #tech is yet to come.
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@BlackrockNeuro_
Blackrock Neurotech
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Join us next month for a conversation with Dr. Pieter Roelfsema, director of the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience, on the exciting new applications of BCI technology for the blind!
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