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Neuralink Breakthrough: British Man Thinks, Computer Obeys
2 Jan
Summary
- A man with motor neurone disease can operate a computer using only his thoughts.
- He was fitted with Elon Musk's Neuralink brain implant technology.
- Just one day after surgery, he could move a computer cursor with his mind.
A groundbreaking advancement in neurotechnology has enabled a British man diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) to control a computer using only his thoughts. The individual, referred to as Paul, received the revolutionary Neuralink implant, developed by Elon Musk's company.
Paul is participating in a trial alongside up to seven individuals who have severe neurological conditions. These participants often face challenges with mobility and digital device interaction, including those with spinal cord injuries. The trial's objective is to assess how this technology can improve their daily lives.
In a UK-first procedure conducted at University College London's National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Paul's successful implementation of the technology was evident almost immediately. A mere day after the surgery, he demonstrated the ability to maneuver a computer cursor using his mind, marking a significant milestone for both him and the field of assistive technology.
