Neurotechnology Landscape
Neurotechnology is the application of electronics and engineering to the human nervous system and ranges from the measurement of the whole brain through technologies such as electroencephalography to the stimulation of a single nerve using bioelectronic medicines.
-
Overview
|
-
Challenges
|
-
Projects
|
-
Downloads
|
-
Opportunities
|
-
Case Studies
|
-
Events
|
-
People
|
-
News
|
-
Programmes
Neurotechnology is the application of electronics and engineering to the human nervous system and ranges from the measurement of the whole brain through technologies such as electroencephalography to the stimulation of a single nerve using bioelectronic medicines.
The UK has a world leading research base in neurotechnology, covering areas such as fundamental neuroscience, medical imaging, bioelectronic medicines, brain-computer interfaces and neural prosthetics. Moreover, the UK has regional excellence across the country, for example, non-invasive neurotechnology in Northern Ireland, photonics in Scotland, dementia research in Wales, optogenetics in the north east of England, mental health in the Midlands, and clinical, experimental and computational neuroscience in the South.
There are a growing number of neurotechnology start-ups, developing novel treatments for chronic diseases and exciting neural interface technologies that could have a wide range of non-medical applications.
The UK also has a growing pre-competitive community that can accelerate the commercialisation of new neurotechnologies. These organisations can help guide companies from initial concept through to market, assisting with the intellectual property and regulatory stages as well as technical challenges.
The KTN has developed a landscape map to highlight the research organisations, companies, charities and investors that are working in this area. We are currently developing an academic landscape which should be available soon. If you think we have missed your organisation, we want to hear from you! Please contact Amy Romaniuk with any updates.
Related Opportunities
Longitude Prize on Dementia: helping people with dementia retain their independence
Opens: 01/09/2022 Closes: 26/01/2023
The Longitude Prize on Dementia will drive the creation of personalised, technology-based tools that are co-created with people living with the early stages of dementia, helping them live independent, more fulfilled lives so they are able to do the things they enjoy.
More Information
Biomedical Catalyst 2023 Round 1: Industry-led R&D
Opens: 04/01/2023 Closes: 01/03/2023
UK registered SMEs can apply for a share of up to £25 million to develop innovative solutions to health and healthcare challenges.
More Information
Innovation Loans Future Economy Competition: Round 8
Opens: 13/01/2023 Closes: 08/03/2023
UK registered businesses can apply for loans of £100k-£2m for innovative projects with strong commercial potential to significantly improve the UK economy.