The first Neuralink implant in a human was performed on Sunday and the patient is "recovering well" . This is stated by Elon Musk on X who adds: «The initial results show promising detection of neuron spikes».
THE PROJECT – The neurotechnology company co-founded by Musk in 2016 aims to build direct communication channels between the brain and computers . Neuralink implants aim to revolutionize the brain through chips capable of helping those with neurological problems and traumatic injuries by reading the waves that celebrate them. And perhaps, one day, create a symbiotic relationship between man and artificial intelligence.
In May, Musk's company announced that it had received the green light from the Food and Drug Administration to conduct the first tests on humans. Recruitment of volunteers began at the end of last year.
THE TECHNOLOGY – Neuralink technology works primarily through an implant called the “Link,” a device the size of five stacked coins that is inserted into the human brain through invasive surgery . And Musk's is not the only company involved in research on the brain-machine or brain-computer interface. Synchron, based in Australia, offers a similar version with an implant that does not require cutting the skull to install it.
Neuralink has already conducted extensive studies on implants in animals, drawing criticism from many activists who say the company has abused animal rights by violating the Animal Welfare Act, the law that regulates how researchers can treat and experiment on certain animals .
(Unioneonline/vl)
