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Expansion of BCI clinical and industrial applications

Overview

China is expanding the use of brain-computer interfaces (BCI) from laboratory settings to clinical and industrial applications, particularly in Shanghai. This transition is supported by the government’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030), which designates the sector as a priority.

In Shanghai’s Minhang district, the Brain Intelligence Valley has emerged as a national hub hosting over 50 companies. Building on previous approvals, Neuracle Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. has developed an invasive BCI medical device designed to compensate for hand motor functions using electrodes implanted between the skull and the dura mater. To support widespread adoption, health insurance authorities are currently working on product coding to facilitate patient coverage.

Further clinical advancements are being led by MingShi Brain Computer Technology, which is conducting studies on vision reconstruction for blind patients. By using surgically implanted electrodes to stimulate the visual cortex, the system has demonstrated the ability to provide partial visual recovery. This research targets a significant global need, addressing the needs of approximately 9 million blind individuals in China and over 43 million worldwide.

Entities

China · Tsinghua University · MingShi Brain Computer Technology · Neuracle Technology (Xangai) Co., Ltd. · Neuracle Technology

Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    China expands brain-computer interface use for clinical applications

    China is transitioning brain-computer interface technology from labs to clinical use in Shanghai, focusing on motor function recovery and vision reconstruction for patients.

  2. 15 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    China approves commercial use of brain-computer interface devices

    China has approved the commercial use of brain-computer interfaces, marking a strategic shift in neurotechnology as companies race to develop devices that link human thought to digital systems.

  3. 28 days ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Medical technology advances drive growth in neuro-rehabilitation markets

    Advancements in AI, robotics, and early neonatal screening are driving significant growth in the cerebral palsy treatment and rehabilitation robotics markets.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    China approves first commercial brain implant for tetraplegia

    China has approved the NEO brain implant, a commercial BCI developed by Neuracle Technology to help paralyzed patients regain movement through AI-driven neural signaling.

Sources

brasilemfolhas.com.br · dailyguardian.ca · dreamnews.jp · eveningreport.nz · fastcompanybrasil.com · indyturk.com

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