This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast features an interview with <a href="https://sumnernorman.com/about">Sumner Norman</a>, who is chief neuroscientist at the US-based company <a href="https://ae.studio/brain-computer-interface">AE Studio</a>. The firm is creating an operating system for brain–computer interfaces (BCIs) and Norman explains how BCIs could benefit people with neurological disorders and injuries.
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