Blackrock Neurotech

In a significant step forward in medical science, researchers from Northwell Health’s Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have successfully conducted the first double neural bypass operation - employing our Utah Array. Keith Thomas, a 45-year-old man paralyzed from the chest down due to a diving accident, is the first to experience the transformative results of this operation. The researchers successfully implanted our Utah Array into specific regions of Thomas's brain to stimulate motion and feeling. When Thomas visualizes a movement, our device captures the electrical signals in his brain and relays them to a computer that decodes the signals and stimulates the appropriate muscles, thus facilitating the movement Thomas imagines. The same process aids in restoring Thomas's sense of touch. Sensors on his skin send signals to the computer, which communicates with the Utah Arrays in his brain, enabling him to experience tactile sensations once again. Post-operation, Thomas has demonstrated significant progress, regaining the ability to move his arms and feel sensations on his skin. This operation marks a remarkable advancement in paralysis research and brain-computer interfacing, taking a giant leap forward in our understanding and ability to restore mobility and sensation in individuals affected by paralysis. Read the full TIME story and watch Keith's story here: https://lnkd.in/g9exCUhW #BCI #Neurotech #Medtech #Neuroscience #Technology #Paralysis #Braincomputerinterface

Breaking Barriers with Brain Chips: The Future of Human Potential At #LNIF25, we witnessed firsthand how brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) push the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare and human performance. From revolutionizing neurotechnology to offering new hope for mental health and neurodegenerative diseases, this session sparked big conversations about the future. ?? BCIs are no longer science fiction — they’re transforming lives today. Marcus Gerhardt, Co-founder & CEO of Blackrock Neurotech interviewed Nathan Copeland, Brain Computer Interface Research Pioneer, Blackrock Neurotech, about his experience with his brain computer implant. ?? "The very first BCI pioneer was in 2006, and today, we're on about 46 or 47. I don't think any of the discoveries of the last 10 years would have been possible without a human agreeing to do this. You can research this in models, animals, and non-human primates. That tends to be the transition, but at the end of the day, without being in the human brain, you will not discover the things we have discovered in the last 15 years." -Marcus Gerhardt The intersection of innovation, ethics and impact has never been more exciting. How do you see BCIs shaping the future of healthcare and beyond? #LNIF25 #Neurotech #BrainComputerInterface #HealthInnovation #FutureOfWellness

At Blackrock Neurotech, we are committed to equipping researchers with cutting-edge neuroelectrophysiology tools that push the boundaries of discovery. Join us for an exclusive webinar, with our own Anthony Khong, as we explore the latest innovations in human subchronic research and introduce the NeuroSnap product portfolio—a breakthrough in high-quality macro and micro signal acquisition for research applications. Whether you're a neuroscientist, clinician, or neurotech innovator, this session offers valuable insights and a chance to engage in live discussion. ?? Date & Time: March 20, 2025 | 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gr_kRQy2

Wow its been a busy week....racing from MedTech Innovator in LA to the UC San Diego Center for the Future of Surgery to hear from some of the most forward thinking minds in advance brain interfaces. We heard from two early patients of Blackrock Neurotech BCI technology and co-founder/CEO Marcus Gerhardt. Its sci-fi meets humanity for spinal cord injury patients. I mean.... just unbelievable technology and potential for human kind. And then we were allowed to tour and work with some of the cutting edge tech that makes up the UC San Diego Center for the Future of Surgery. Thanks to all who made this possible but mostly to the hard work and effort of Joe Burnett and Fred Aslan who brought the YPO San Diego Chapter together to learn and experience. Great job guys.

I had the privilege of joining CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Nathan Copeland at the Lake Nona Impact Forum this week to discuss how neurotechnology is restoring lost function, expanding human potential, and redefining human-machine interaction.? ? While Magic Johnson spoke on transforming?adversity into impact, and Former President George W. Bush emphasized the role of compassion in shaping global health initiatives, their insights reinforced something I have believed since Florian Solzbacher and I founded Blackrock Neurotech nearly two decades ago: scientific breakthroughs mean nothing if they remain locked in the lab. Our mission has always been to ensure that BCI technology reaches the people who need it most. ? Nathan, who has lived with a BCI for nearly a decade, shared his firsthand experience—how he can control robotic limbs, feel sensation, and create art using only his mind. It was a defining moment—not just for Nathan, but for the entire field. At its core, our work is not about machines—it is about people. It is about enabling autonomy, restoring independence, and proving that no neurological condition should define the limits of a person’s life.? ? The challenge ahead is clear: scaling this technology beyond research settings, expanding access, and accelerating the next generation of neural interfaces. The future is not coming—it is already here. Blackrock Neurotech is leading the way. #LakeNonaImpactForum #HealthInnovation #WellbeingEcosystem #FutureOfHealth #LNIF25 #AdversityToImpact #PEPFAR #InnovationInHealth #Neurotechnology

At this year’s Lake Nona Impact Forum, our CEO, Marcus Gerhardt, joined CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta and pioneering BCI user Nathan Copeland in front of a packed audience to demonstrate just how far brain-computer interfaces have come. Nathan’s firsthand account—controlling robotic limbs, regaining sensation, and even producing digital art through direct brain signals—underscored the real-world impact already possible today. The Forum’s focus on overcoming health challenges and driving compassionate healthcare solutions offered a fitting backdrop for discussing how BCI technology can restore function, expand independence, and unlock new horizons for human potential. These principles have always guided our work at Blackrock Neurotech: translating decades of scientific expertise into tangible solutions for individuals living with neurological conditions. As we look to the future, our goal is clear: Accelerate the development and deployment of BCI technology, so more people can benefit from life-changing technology. We are at the forefront of this new era in neurotechnology and committed to shaping what’s next. #LakeNonaImpactForum #HealthInnovation #WellbeingEcosystem #FutureOfHealth #LNIF25 #AdversityToImpact #InnovationInHealth #Neurotechnology

What a delight to return for BioHive's second annual BioHive Live and Best of BioHive event last week! The Blackrock Neurotech team was in excellent company as individuals and life science organizations from around the state were honored for incredible #biotech innovations, patient work, and more. Utah is so cool. ?? Thank you to the BioHive Utah team and everyone else involved in bringing together this community of innovators. ?? #neurotech #lifesciences

What does Taryn Southern, Chief Storyteller at Blackrock Neurotech, have to say about the groundbreaking technologies shaping our future? Find out this Monday on Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson. Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. #DigitalDisruption #AI #Tech #FutureOfTech #Innovation #FutureOfAI

Individuals with spinal injuries are regaining control of robotic limbs through our technology—and experiencing touch—a sensation many thought could never be restored. This breakthrough in dexterity and sensory feedback represents a new frontier in neurotechnology, merging cutting-edge hardware with the remarkable capabilities of the human brain. Truly amazing work from the Cortical Bionics Research Group, led by brilliant researchers like Giacomo Valle, Robert Gaunt, Charles Greenspon, Sliman Bensmaia, and others, alongside the dedication of BCI user Scott Imbrie. Together, they’re paving the way for independence and reimagining what’s possible in neurotech. Chalmers University of Technology, University of Pittsburgh, University of Chicago, Northwestern University https://lnkd.in/d-YPNk8B

The work done in these labs is spectacular - but I also love to see the underlying technologies highlighted. Kudos to Blackrock Neurotech on their decades of leadership and innovation. https://lnkd.in/gaCqPuqn