This Chinese Startup Wants to Build a New Brain-Computer Interface—No Implant Required

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A New Frontier in Brain-Computer Interfaces Emerges from China: Gestala's Non-Invasive Ultrasound Technology

In a breakthrough that promises to revolutionize the way we interact with our brains, a Chinese startup called Gestala is on the cusp of developing a non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) technology using ultrasound. The company, founded in Chengdu with offices in Shanghai and Hong Kong, aims to access the brain without the need for invasive implants.

Gestala's CEO and co-founder Phoenix Peng has revealed plans to use ultrasound technology to stimulate the brain, paving the way for potential treatments of chronic pain, depression, and other mental illnesses. The company's first-generation device will be a stationary benchtop machine that patients will need to visit a clinic for treatment. However, with its second-generation wearable helmet under development, Gestala aims to enable patients to use it at home under physician guidance.

The technology behind Gestala's non-invasive ultrasound-based interface is quite different from traditional BCIs, which rely on picking up electrical signals generated by neurons in the brain. Ultrasound-based interfaces measure changes in blood flow in the brain, providing a new way for researchers and clinicians to access and interpret neural activity.

While some experts have expressed skepticism about the feasibility of extracting information from the brain with ultrasound, Gestala's CEO is confident that her technology can offer significant advantages over traditional methods. "The electrical brain-computer interface only records from a part of the brain; for instance, the motor cortex," she notes. "Ultrasound seems to provide us with the capability to access the whole brain."

Gestala's ambitious project has garnered attention from top experts in neuroscience and engineering, including Professor Maximilian Riesenhuber at Georgetown University. However, Riesenhuber warns that extracting information from the brain with ultrasound is a significant engineering challenge. "The best people have been able to do so far is reading out neural activity in humans with cranial implants that are more translucent to ultrasound than bone," he says.

Despite these challenges, Gestala's vision for using ultrasound technology to read and write to the brain is promising. With its non-invasive approach, the company aims to offer a healthier alternative to traditional invasive methods of treating neurological disorders.

As the world waits with bated breath to see how Gestala's technology will unfold, one thing is clear: China is rapidly emerging as a hub for cutting-edge brain-computer interface research and development. Will Gestala's non-invasive ultrasound-based interface revolutionize the way we interact with our brains? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – the future of neuroscience is about to get a whole lot more exciting.
 
I THINK THIS IS GOING TO CHANGE THE GAME FOR TREATMENT OF BRAIN-RELATED ISSUES!!! ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY THAT CAN READ AND WRITE TO THE BRAIN WITHOUT SCAFFOLDING IS MIND-BLOWING!!! IT'S LIKE SOMETHING OUT OF A SCIENCE FICTION MOVIE 🚀 AND I AM SO HYPED TO SEE HOW THIS WILL UNFOLD!!!

Gestala's CEO, PHOENIX PENG, MUST BE GENIUS FOR COMING UP WITH SUCH A REVOLUTIONARY IDEA!!! IT'S NOT JUST ABOUT TREATMENT OF CHRONIC PAIN AND DEPRESSION, BUT ALSO ABOUT OPENING UP NEW WAYS TO UNDERSTAND THE BRAIN!!!
 
🤔 gotta say, this gestala tech is looking pretty promising 🚀 i mean, who wouldn't want to be able to control their surroundings with just their thoughts? and the fact that it's non-invasive is huge 🔥 no more needles or surgeries for brain-computer interfaces. but at the same time, i'm a bit concerned about the limitations of this tech 😬 like, how accurate can we really expect it to be? and what about the potential risks? gotta keep an eye on this one 🤞
 
🤔 this whole BCI thing is so mind-blowing i mean imagine being able to control devices with your thoughts or even treat mental illnesses like depression and chronic pain with non-invasive tech it's like something out of sci-fi movies but gestala's ultrasound technology seems legit and if they can pull it off it could be a game-changer for people with neurological disorders

i'm also loving the fact that china is suddenly becoming this hub for brain-computer interface research and development i mean we've seen some major breakthroughs in AI and robotics from them already but BCI tech takes it to a whole new level and who knows maybe one day we'll have implantable devices that let us upgrade our brains like something out of a cyberpunk novel

the thing that really gets me though is the potential for people to use this tech at home with wearable helmets it's like having a superpower in your own home just imagine being able to control your surroundings or even communicate with others using only your thoughts it's both exhilarating and terrifying at the same time
 
OMG u guyz 🤯 I just saw this news abt some chinese startup called Gestala & im like WOW 💥 they r working on non invasive bcis using ultrasound tech! its gonna change everythin! no more implants & it can be used at home 🏠 cant wait to see how this works out 🤔 the idea of readin blood flow in the brain 2 access neural activity is kinda mind blowin 💡
 
I'm so hyped about this new tech 🤯! It's insane that they're working on a non-invasive ultrasound-based interface for brain-computer interactions. I mean, can you imagine being able to control things with your mind without having to deal with implants or surgery? 🙌 The fact that it could potentially help people with chronic pain and depression is just amazing. And the best part is that they're making it wearable, so people can use it at home! That's like, totally game-changing for people who need this kind of treatment.

I'm a bit skeptical about some experts saying it's still an engineering challenge 🤔, but I think they're being too cautious. I mean, the fact that it's non-invasive and doesn't require implants is already a huge step forward. And with the right research and testing, I'm sure we'll see some amazing breakthroughs soon.

Gestala is definitely on to something here, and I think we can expect big things from them in the future 💥. They're pushing the boundaries of what's possible with neuroscience, and that's exactly what we need more of. Can't wait to see how it all plays out! 🤓
 
I'm low-key obsessed with this new brain-computer interface tech from China 🤯! I mean, can you imagine being able to control your surroundings with just your thoughts? It's like something out of a sci-fi movie 💻. Gestala's non-invasive ultrasound technology is gonna change the game when it comes to treating mental illnesses like chronic pain and depression. The fact that they're using wearable helmets for the second gen device is insane! I can already imagine myself gaming with my brain 👾. Let's hope this tech becomes a reality soon and we get to experience the awesomeness of BCIs 🤔
 
🤔 what's up with these so-called "experts" who think they know better than the actual ppl working on this tech 🙄 like professor reisenhuber says it's an engineering challenge but honestly doesn't he just want to play with his fancy implants 🤑 and gestala's CEO is right though if we can access the whole brain not just a part of it then that would be HUGE 💥 maybe they should get some more feedback from ppl who actually know what's up 👀
 
I'm low-key hyped about this new brain-computer interface tech 🤯! It's sick that they're using ultrasound technology instead of those invasive implants. I mean, can you imagine having a wearable helmet that lets you control stuff with your thoughts? 💻 It's like something out of a sci-fi movie.

But for real, the potential for this tech is huge. Chronic pain and depression are such big issues, and if we can find ways to treat them non-invasively, that's a total game-changer 🌟. I'm all about supporting innovative companies like Gestala that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

One thing that's got me curious is how this tech will be regulated. We need to make sure it's safe and accessible for everyone 🤝. But overall, I think this is a huge step forward for neuroscience and could lead to some amazing breakthroughs 💡. Can't wait to see where this tech takes us!
 
I just saw this thread come through my feeds like 10 days ago and I'm still trying to wrap my head around it lol 🤯 Gestala's ultrasound tech sounds crazy innovative! The idea that they can access the whole brain instead of just the motor cortex is mind-blowing. But at the same time, I'm a bit skeptical about how effective it'll be in real life. I mean, we've seen so many breakthroughs in sci-fi before that don't quite translate to reality 🤔 Still super excited to see where this tech takes us though! 💡
 
🤖 I'm like super stoked about this new brain-computer interface tech from China 🇨🇳! The fact that it's non-invasive and uses ultrasound is literally game-changing 💥. I mean, we've been stuck with invasive implants for far too long, so the idea of being able to treat chronic pain and depression without surgery or needles sounds like a total win 🏆. Plus, the potential for wearable devices is huge – can you imagine using your brain-computer interface on the go? 🤯 It's clear that China is leading the way in BCI research, and I'm excited to see where this tech takes us in the future 💻
 
🤗 I'm so excited about this breakthrough in brain-computer interfaces! The idea that we might be able to access and treat mental illnesses like depression without invasive implants is truly revolutionary. 💡 It's amazing to think about the potential for treatments to be done from home, under physician guidance, with a wearable helmet. That sounds like a total game-changer 🚀 I'm a little skeptical about some of the engineers' comments saying it's a significant challenge, but if they believe in it, I do too 💪 What I love most is that China is becoming this hub for neuroscience research and development. It's so inspiring to see innovation happening at such a rapid pace 🌟
 
🤔 I'm super curious about this new tech that uses ultrasound to read and write to the brain 🧠💡. It sounds like it could be a game changer for people with chronic pain or depression, but at the same time, I'm a bit skeptical about how it all works 💔. Like, what exactly do they mean by "accessing the whole brain" 🤯? Is this gonna make neural implants obsolete? 💻 And what kind of safety measures are in place to make sure people aren't, like, frying their brains with too much ultrasound energy 🔋? I need more info about that 😂. Also, why is China leading the charge on BCI research? Are they just super smart or something? 🤓
 
🤯 this technology sounds wild imagine being able to use a machine at home that can literally talk to your brain what if it could help people with depression or chronic pain on a whole new level i mean we're still using ancient methods for some treatments and this could be the future of healthcare not saying it's gonna be perfect but it's definitely worth keeping an eye on
 
🤯 I'm both hyped and skeptical at the same time... Like, imagine being able to control your thoughts with just a headset or wearing it to bed while you're watching a movie 📺... sounds like sci-fi, but what if it's real? 💥 And the fact that it's non-invasive is a major win, no more brain surgery needed. But, I mean, have we considered the ethics of messing with people's brains on such a scale? What about all the sci-fi horror movies we've seen where they mess with people's minds and stuff just goes haywire 🤪... anyway, I'm down to see how this unfolds and maybe we'll get some real breakthroughs 💡
 
I think this is going to be HUGE!!! 🤯 They're literally gonna be able to treat chronic pain and depression without having to go through major surgery! The fact that it's non-invasive is a BIG DEAL, you know? I mean, who needs to get zapped or stabbed in the brain when you can just chill on a stationary bench or rock some cool wearable helmet? 🤖 It's like something straight outta sci-fi but at the same time we're actually gonna be able to use it in real life! What do you think happens next?
 
Gotta say, this ultrasound tech has me hyped 🤯... finally, some innovation that doesn't require messing with my brain, you know? 💡 Like, I've had to deal with so many useless treatments and meds for my anxiety, but if this thing works as promised, it's gonna be a game-changer 🎮. Plus, China is on the move now, and we should all be rooting for them 🤝... it's about time someone came up with something new and groundbreaking 💥
 
omg can you even imagine using your brain like it's a laptop 🤯!! I'm totally stoked about this new tech from Gestala - non-invasive ultrasound sounds crazy promising for chronic pain & depression treatments! 💡 and who knows, maybe one day we'll be able to control our smart homes with just our minds 🏠💻 it's like something straight out of a sci-fi movie 😎
 
Wow 💥🔧 Interesting that China is on the cusp of breaking through with this non-invasive ultrasound tech... could be game changing for chronic pain and mental health treatments 🤯💊
 
omg this sounds like sci-fi 😲🤖 i mean think about it if you can access your brain without implants its gonna change everything from mental health treatment to gaming 🎮💻
 
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