Synchron says it's the first to implant a human brain-computer interface in the US
The technology could bring control to people with paralysis.
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Co-founder of brain implant startup Neuralink leaves the company
Elon Musk's firm has yet to ship a product.
Apple warns against putting an iPhone 12 too close to your pacemaker
MagSafe magnets could interfere with medical implants.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Synthetic cornea helped a legally blind man regain his sight
CorNeat's artificial cornea integrates with the eye wall with no donor tissue needed.
Scientists create a cyborg eye that mimics the real thing
It could even be powered by sunlight.
Next-gen hearing implants could overcome inner ear damage
Bendable platinum makes for more powerful brainstem implants.
Self-charging pacemakers are powered by patients' heartbeats
The invention could do away with risky and expensive battery-replacement surgery.
Magnetic eye implants could save the eyesight of glaucoma patients
They're safer and more reliable than past technology.
MIT's 'GPS' for the body can locate hidden implants
It could be the key to delivering medicine to hard-to-reach places.
Researchers treat ear defect by growing implants from cells
They implanted cultured ears into five children with microtia.
Kevlar cartilage could help you recover from joint injuries
It's as strong as the real thing.
FDA clears implant that treats severe sleep apnea
It could mark an end to medication and invasive machines.
Wisconsin company offers staff implants for keys and passwords
It's not really Orwellian, but... we'll pass.
Soft, synthetic retinas may offer a better implant solution
Oxford's researchers create the first retina replacement to use soft biological components.
Retinal implant could add years to your eyesight
It may be possible to fight retinal degeneration in an unintrusive way.
Blood-repellent metal could lead to safer implants
Your body would be less likely to reject this specially crafted titanium.
Bill and Melinda Gates back an implant that could prevent HIV
The mini pump could be key to eradicating a scourge in Africa.
A bike accident left him paralyzed; electricity let him ride again
Superhumans: Inside the world's first cyborg games - Episode 2
Titanium-gold alloy could lead to super-strong implants
It's four times stronger than pure titanium, but safe for your body.
ICYMI: Squashing brain cancer and autonomous drones arrive
We’ve figured out how to cross the blood-brain barrier for chemotherapy treatment.
