Elon Musk's Neuralink Successfully Implants Device in Second Patient with New Brain Technology

Elon Musk's company, Neuralink, has successfully implanted its brain-computer device in a second patient. Musk shared this news on a podcast with computer scientist Lex Fridman, noting that the procedure seems to have gone very well. He mentioned that the device is showing strong signals and working as expected.

Details of the Procedure

Musk did not go into many details about the surgery itself. The procedure had been delayed because the patient originally scheduled for the second implant had to withdraw due to a health issue in June. The first patient to receive the Neuralink device, Noland Arbaugh, who is quadriplegic, has talked about the positive changes it has brought to his life, like being able to play video games.

Future Plans and Developments

Neuralink plans to implant its device in 10 patients this year. The company is also working on new technology to help people with paralysis regain movement. They are developing a system that combines brain implants with spinal cord implants to create muscle movements in previously paralyzed limbs.

Matthew MacDougall, Neuralink’s lead surgeon, explained that the company is making progress in connecting electrodes to the spinal cord. Early tests in animals have shown some success, with the animals moving their legs in a walking pattern while under anesthesia.

These advancements are a big step for Neuralink as they work to improve brain-computer interface technology and find new ways to help people with spinal cord injuries.

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