Sergey Stavisky

Leigh Hochberg, a leader in neurotechnology at Massachusetts General Hospital, David Brandman, co-director of UC Davis Neuroprosthetics Lab, and neural engineer Sergey Stavisky explore groundbreaking advancements in brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). They discuss how BCIs restore speech and movement for individuals with paralysis, the ethical implications of neural data privacy, and the emotional journeys of patients involved in clinical trials. The conversation emphasizes the technology's potential while advocating for ethical and inclusive practices in this rapidly evolving field.

In this discussion, neuroscientist Sergey Stavisky, co-director of the UC Davis Neuroprosthetics Lab, explores groundbreaking brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). He explains how paralyzed individuals can control robotic arms and regain speech through brain signals. The conversation dives into ethical concerns surrounding privacy and data ownership, as well as future possibilities of reading covert thoughts. Stavisky also shares insights on the engineering challenges and advancements, predicting that BCIs for communication may become a reality in just five years.