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Medizintechnik: Einstieg in einen Milliardenmarkt: Siemens Healthineers treibt Einsatz von Hirnimplantaten voran

Der Dax-Konzern arbeitet mit dem US-Unternehmen Paradromics zusammen, um den Einsatz von Gehirn-Computer-Schnittstellen als Therapie voranzubringen. Noch ist die Technologie im Forschungsstadium.

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Medizintechnik: Einstieg in einen Milliardenmarkt: Siemens Healthineers treibt Einsatz von Hirnimplantaten voran

Frankfurt - The German medical technology company Siemens Healthineers has launched a strategic partnership with the Texas-based Neurotechnology firm Paradromics to advance the use of brain implants. According to early reports, the two companies will announce their joint initiative on Monday. Siemens Healthineers, a DAX-listed company and Paradromics, Neuralink's competitor, aim to develop a brain imaging platform for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs).

This platform will map the entire treatment process, from patient selection to assessment of the procedure. Matt Angle, Paradromics' founder and CEO, explained that a brain implant can only function if it's placed in the correct location. Since language, movement, or vision centers in the brain vary between individuals, precise placement of brain-computer interfaces is crucial for success.

BCIs connect the human brain directly to a computer or external device, bypassing nerves and muscles. This technology enables paralyzed individuals below the neck to control a robotic arm through thoughts.

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