Blackrock Neurotech

Churchland Lab, Columbia University; tech used in over 700 labs worldwide

Invasive brain-computer interfaces, restoring function in patients suffering from neurological disease. FDA-cleared configuration called the NeuroPort Array; planned innovations include new surgical solutions, flexible materials, depth electrodes, additional channel count, and enhanced AI — just received a 2021 Breakthrough Designation from the FDA.

$10M

Implantable chip for BCI; neural interfaces (electrodes), biocompatible materials and implantable electronics, with a focus on system integration and miniaturization.