There is almost no example of implantable medical technology that really depends on microfabricated sensors and actuators. Almost all medical devices today are, are traditionally finished, meaning human hands are making and finishing the devices. And so we are seeing a need for advanced manufacturer in medical technology. But also it does, of course, come with a number of considerations, including investment dollars for how to scale up that manufacturer. I can say that these devices will be more expensive than the current generation of,. of implantable neural devices like deep brain stimulators, then pacemakers, then cochlear implants, and so on. Not, you know, not, probably not 10x.
Precision Neuroscience’s Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer joins Molly to discuss how the brain communicates with the body (7:08) and the breakthroughs that allowed companies like Precision to exist. (12:52) Then, they discuss Precision’s founding principles, the process of getting FDA approval for its neural interface, and much more. (28:55)
(0:00) Molly kicks off the show
(1:27) Dr. Rapoport’s origin story
(7:08) How the brain communicates with the body
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(12:52) Breakthroughs in neuroscience
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(24:06) The tension between public and private institutions
(28:55) The founding principles of Precision Neuroscience
(33:21) The Layer 7 interface and preparing for FDA approval
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(42:07) Minimizing risk
(45:25) Interfacing with different areas of the brain
(47:06) Medical infrastructure and the business model of med-tech
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