Neurological Disorders

Paralyzed patients communicate thoughts via brain-computer interface

Paralyzed patients communicate thoughts via brain-computer interface

Published 31/01/2017

The NIRS/EEG brain-computer interface system is worn by a model in Switzerland in this undated photograph released in London, Britain, January 31, 2017. Laurent Bouvier/Wyss Centre/Handout via REUTERS

Scientists have developed a brain-computer interface that reads the brain's blood oxygen levels and enables communication by deciphering the thoughts of patients who are totally paralyzed and unable to talk.

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