Duke Neurology Research Round Up, January 2024
In January, members of Duke Neurology wrote and contributed to 20 peer-reviewed journal articles.
Elon Musk Says Neuralink Has Implanted Brain Chip in its First Human Patient
Reference to Dr. Gregory Cogan's comments on the risks of damaging brain tissue from Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain chip company.
Researchers Detail “More Elegant” DBS Approach for Improving Parkinson’s Symptoms
Dr. Mitchell discusses DBS patient outcomes from a recent study using an experimental treatment model.
Faculty Spotlight: Michael Lutz, PhD
A veteran of the Neurology Department with 15 years at Duke, Michael Lutz, PhD, Associate Professor in the Translational Br
The Feasibility of a Brain Implant that Allows Only Mental Thinking May Be True, Contrary to Popular Belief
Dr. Cogan discusses a recent study in his lab working to design a speech prosthetic that converts signals into words.
This Startup is an Elon Musk Rival in the Making
Dr. Cogan comments on the dangers of invasive electrodes used by Neuralink and the ongoing design of a flexible, less invasive implant by Neurosoft.