Revolutionary Neural Interface Enables Brain Access Without Surgery

Researchers from Rice University and the University of Texas Medical Branch have developed a minimally invasive neural interface technique called endocisternal interfaces (ECI), which allows access to the brain and spinal cord without opening the skull. This method uses cerebral spinal fluid as a pathway for electrical recording and stimulation, reducing surgical risks. The technique, tested in human and sheep models, could revolutionize treatments for neurological disorders by providing broader access to neural targets without the need for antithrombotic medication.