How Does Nanotechnology Improve Neural Interfaces?
Neural interfaces are devices that connect the nervous system with external electronic systems, such as prosthetic limbs or brain-computer interfaces. Nanotechnology can enhance these interfaces by:
1. Miniaturization: Creating smaller, more precise devices that can interact with individual neurons or small clusters of neurons. 2. Improved Biocompatibility: Engineering surfaces at the nanoscale to reduce immune response and improve integration with neural tissues. 3. Enhanced Signal Transmission: Utilizing conductive nanomaterials to improve the fidelity and efficiency of signal transmission between neurons and electronic components.
