A Roadmap to Navigate the Future of Neural Engineering.

Area of Science:

• Neural Engineering
• Neuroscience
• Biomedical Engineering

Background:

• The field of neural engineering is rapidly evolving, necessitating strategic planning for future advancements.
• A multidisciplinary group of experts recognized the need for a comprehensive roadmap to guide research and development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a strategic roadmap for the future of neural engineering.
• To identify key themes, current challenges, and future technological needs within the field.

Main Methods:

• Collaborative development of a roadmap by leaders in neural engineering.
• Comprehensive review of diverse topics including brain machine interfaces, neural modeling, AI/ML, neural interfaces, neural imaging, augmented rehabilitation, and neuromaterials.
• Analysis of current status, identification of challenges, and speculation on necessary scientific and technological advances for each topic.

Main Results:

• A roadmap encompassing critical areas of neural engineering has been established.
• Current status, challenges, and future directions for brain machine interfaces, neural modeling, AI/ML, neural interfaces, neural imaging, augmented rehabilitation, and neuromaterials are detailed.
• Key scientific and technological advancements required to address identified challenges have been outlined.

Conclusions:

• Neural engineering is poised to significantly advance the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders.
• The field will provide novel insights into neural function through continued innovation.
• The developed roadmap serves as a guide for future research, development, and application in neural engineering.