About this episode

The episode discusses a breakthrough brain-computer interface that controls a robotic exoskeleton, potentially transforming the lives of individuals with spinal cord injuries.

Advancements in science and technology impact the well-being of the American people. U.S. National Science Foundation-supported professor Payam Heydari discusses a breakthrough brain-computer interface that controls a robotic exoskeleton, technology that could transform the lives of people living with spinal cord injuries.

People in this episode

Guest: Payam Heydari

Topics covered

• brain-computer interface
• robotic exoskeleton
• spinal cord injuries
• technology advancements
• well-being

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Organizations: U.S. National Science Foundation

Products: brain-computer interface, robotic exoskeleton

Places: American

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