Neuralink: Brain-implants can be tested on humans. Elan Musk permits Neuralink company
Neuralink: Many people suffer from chronic diseases related to the brain. There are still no effective treatments available for some types of problems. But it is known that Elon Musk’s company Neuralink is developing brain-implant technology to effectively cure brain-related diseases. However, Neuralink recently received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its first human clinical trial. This cleared the way for testing Neuralink’s brain-implant technology on humans.
This is an important milestone for Neuralink Company. Because the organization faced many challenges for this approval in the past. Neuralink said in a tweet that this is an important first step to help many people. The Food and Drug Administration is pleased with the approval. However, as recruitment has not yet begun, specific details about the study are not yet available. More information is likely to be announced soon.
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Elon Musk has previously stated that brain implants can address various conditions and enable functions such as web browsing and telepathy. He expressed confidence in devices safety. He declared that he was ready to install them even for his own children and that there was no need for any fears.
Many attempts..
The Neuralink company has sought FDA approval in early 2022. But Neuralink’s journey toward human tests took some time. The FDA has raised various questions about the device’s embedded lithium battery, wire movements in the brain, and safe extraction without damaging brain tissue. It said that these points should be clarified before getting approval. Finally overcoming the challenges, Neuralink received FDA approval.
Neuralink has been the subject of federal investigations since the company’s inception in 2016. Lawmakers have called for a review of the panel overseeing animal testing at Neuralink, questioning its composition and potential rushed experiments. Did Neuralink illegally transport dangerous pathogens without proper control measures? Or? The Department of Transportation is also investigating. The US Department of Agriculture’s Office of Inspector General is conducting an investigation into potential animal welfare violations and USDA oversight of the company.
What is brain-implant technology?
Brain-implant technology involves placing electronic devices or implants in the brain. This technology is used to interact with neural circuits to improve or restore brain functions. These implants are designed to interface with the brain’s electrical signals.
This enables communication between the brain, external devices or computer systems. The main goal of brain-implant technology is to treat various neurological conditions or disabilities by directly affecting brain functions. It can effectively cure various diseases like Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy and paralysis.