Neurotechnology: a new approach for treating brain disorders.

Area of Science:

• Neuroscience
• Biomedical Engineering
• Neurotechnology

Background:

• Technological advancements in neuroscience, engineering, and computer science enable direct brain-device connections.
• These innovations are paving the way for a new field termed neurotechnology.
• Such technologies hold promise for treating a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review ongoing neurotechnology research at Brown University and its affiliated hospitals.
• To highlight two primary approaches in developing brain-device interfaces for therapeutic purposes.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing advanced electrodes to monitor and interpret the activity of numerous individual neurons in the cerebral cortex.
• Employing various stimulation devices to target specific brain networks for functional restoration.

Main Results:

• The reviewed research focuses on two key neurotechnology strategies: neural activity sensing and brain stimulation.
• These methods aim to leverage brain signals for therapeutic interventions and restore normal brain function.

Conclusions:

• Neurotechnology represents a significant advancement in treating brain disorders.
• The reviewed approaches at Brown University demonstrate the potential of sensing and stimulation for therapeutic neurotechnology.