Dr. John Donoghue: A pioneer in neural engineering, Dr. Donoghue is best known for his work on BrainGate, an interface system that allows users to control external devices with their thoughts. His innovations have helped paralyzed individuals regain some control over their environment.
Dr. Theodore W. Berger: Based at the University of Southern California, Berger focuses on neuroprosthetics, developing hippocampal brain implants that may help with memory restoration, particularly for Alzheimer’s patients.
Dr. Miguel Nicolelis: A Duke University professor, Nicolelis made headlines with his brain-machine interface that allowed a paralyzed individual to virtually kick off the 2014 FIFA World Cup. He continues to push the boundaries in real-time brain-machine interactions.
Dr. Maryam Shanechi: An expert in control theory applications, her work at the University of Southern California includes decoding brain signals to develop treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders and enhance prosthetics’ functionality.
Dr. Andrew Schwartz: His endeavors in the University of Pittsburgh involve developing neural prosthetic devices, and his research has aided paralyzed patients in moving robotic arms using only their thoughts.
Dr. Gerwin Schalk: With a background in computer science and neuroscience, Schalk focuses on the nitty-gritty of brain-computer interfaces at the Wadsworth Center, decoding neural activity for various applications.
Dr. Bin He: Currently at Carnegie Mellon University, Dr. He is recognized for his advancements in non-invasive brain-computer interfaces. His team successfully demonstrated a non-invasive mind-controlled flight of a drone.
Dr. Jack Gallant: Based at the University of California, Berkeley, Gallant has taken a unique approach by mapping cognitive processes to develop a ‘semantic atlas’ of the brain, enabling richer interpretations of brain activity.
Dr. Rajesh Rao: As a professor at the University of Washington, Rao’s work includes non-invasive brain-to-brain interfacing. In a groundbreaking experiment, he successfully transmitted brain signals over the internet to control the hand motions of a colleague.
Dr. Moran Cerf: Combining his backgrounds in neuroscience and business, Dr. Cerf at Northwestern University investigates the decision-making process in the brain and how external devices might influence our choices.
