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Brain implant lets people with paralysis speak and gesture at the same time

The communication took place via an avatar Chang Lab, UCSF A brain implant has enabled people with paralysis to speak while gesturing, such as nodding or waving. These sorts of exchanges, done via an avatar, could help them communicate with more…

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Published16 h ago (Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:37:23 GMT)
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AuthorCarissa Wong