Expansion of the Neuralink programme: volunteers from around the world can now apply for implantation of the innovative neurochip
In early 2024, the first implantation of a Neuralink chip developed by one of Elon Musk's companies took place in the human brain. The chip returns "digital freedom" to people and allows them to work with computers, smartphones and other gadgets without hands.
The first user of Neuralink was Nolan Arbro, who was paralysed in an accident. The operation was successful and the man was literally Science fiction has become reality! A Neuralink chip has enabled a paralysed person to freely operate a computer and even play Sid Meier's Civilization VI with the help of his mind.
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Until now, only volunteers from the US, Canada and the UK could take part in the Neuralink testing programme, but now the startup has announced that the programme has been expanded to the whole world and everyone can leave an application for participation on the official Neuralink website.
? The Neuralink Patient Registry is now open globally!
- Neuralink (@neuralink) April 2, 2025
If you have quadriplegia and are interested in exploring groundbreaking ways to control a computer using your thoughts, you can now sign up from anywhere in the world.https://t.co/jdKOJNhuKf pic.twitter.com/rgG1sRr8G7
Priority will be given to people with paralysis of most parts of the body, including upper and lower limbs.
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