机械设备行业：超声波“重启”阿尔茨海默大脑 临床试验点亮治疗新希望

Core Insights - A breakthrough in Alzheimer's treatment was observed when a focused ultrasound surgery unexpectedly improved the cognitive function of a patient suffering from both Alzheimer's and muscle tension disorder, challenging the traditional belief that Alzheimer's is irreversible [1] - The global prevalence of Alzheimer's is high, with nearly 17 million patients in China alone, leading to significant caregiving pressures on families [1] Group 1: Innovative Approaches - The research team led by Professor Sun Bomin is exploring a new pathway for Alzheimer's treatment by using high-energy ultrasound to directly stimulate brain neural circuits, moving away from conventional low-energy ultrasound-assisted drug therapies [2] - After a year of preparation, clinical trials were initiated, showing an average cognitive improvement rate of approximately 50% among the first seven moderate to severe patients treated, with some patients regaining household skills and emotional connections [2] Group 2: Market Potential - The global brain-computer interface (BCI) market is projected to grow from approximately $2.62 billion in 2024 to $2.94 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach $12.4 billion by 2034, with a compound annual growth rate of 17.35% over the next decade [2] - In China, the BCI market is anticipated to grow from 3.2 billion yuan in 2024 to 6.14 billion yuan by 2028, supported by national strategies aimed at fostering high-tech industries [2] Group 3: Companies to Watch - Companies such as Rock Mountain Technology, Hanwei Technology, Sanbo Brain Science, Innovation Medical, Dongfang Zhongke, Xiangyu Medical, Entropy Technology, Chengyitong, Weisi Medical, Microland, Aipeng Medical, and Beiyikang are suggested for attention in this emerging field [3]