中国科学院院士郑海荣：脑机接口突破性进展将在医疗康复领域

Group 1 - Brain-computer interface (BCI) technology is expected to lead a new revolution in medical care, particularly in rehabilitation, addressing significant medical needs in the future [1] - Current research focuses on understanding brain functions and mechanisms related to diseases, with potential applications for stroke patients and the visually impaired [1][2] - The next generation of BCI breakthroughs will depend on advancements in new electrode materials, precise decoding of complex neural information, and efficient non-invasive neural modulation techniques [1][2] Group 2 - Multiple research teams in China have announced that BCI technology has entered clinical stages, showing promise in helping patients regain motor functions [2] - Despite progress, significant technical challenges remain in translating BCI technology into safe and effective clinical solutions, requiring rigorous clinical validation [2] - Neuralink, founded by Elon Musk, is a leading company in invasive BCI clinical advancements, achieving notable tasks with spinal cord injury patients, but faces challenges related to biocompatibility and electrode lifespan [2] Group 3 - The development of non-invasive BCI technology, which interprets and translates neural signals without surgery, is a key research direction due to the complexity of brain cell functions [2] - BCI tools are anticipated to significantly enhance disease diagnosis and treatment, necessitating a re-evaluation of disease causes and therapies [3] - The evolution of AI is seen as progressing from data intelligence to physical intelligence and ultimately to biological intelligence through BCI, enabling deep integration of human-machine intelligence [3][6] Group 4 - Biological intelligence and BCI technology are viewed as core breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, expected to reshape future industrial forms, scientific paradigms, and social structures [6]