In an advancement in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, scientists enabled a 69-year-old man with paralysis to fly a virtual drone through a complex obstacle course using only his thoughts. The team of researchers from the University of Michigan and Stanford University developed a device that deciphers brain activity related to finger movements, allowing for precision in controlling external devices.
According to Nature, the brain-computer interface was implanted in the participant’s left precentral gyrus, the region of the brain responsible for controlling fine movements of the hand and fingers. By imagining moving his fingers, the participant could control the virtual drone in real time. The study marks a milestone in restoring fine motor functions for individuals with motor impairments.
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