BrainBridge is a neuroscience and biomedical engineering startup that has unveiled an ambitious concept for the world’s first “head transplant system.” The key details about BrainBridge’s head transplant system are:
- It aims to transfer a patient’s entire head, containing the brain, onto a healthy donor body, preserving the patient’s consciousness, memories, and cognitive abilities
- The procedure involves using advanced robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and real-time molecular imaging to precisely remove the patient’s head from their diseased/damaged body and reattach it to a brain-dead donor body.
- Two autonomous surgical robots would perform simultaneous surgeries on the patient and donor bodies within a single setup, guided by AI algorithms.
- High-speed robotic systems would be used to prevent brain cell degradation and ensure seamless compatibility between the transplanted head and donor body
- Real-time molecular imaging would guide the precise reconnection of the spinal cord, nerves, and blood vessels.
- A specialized implant and chemical adhesive would aid in reconnecting severed neurons and promoting neuron repair.
- After the surgery, extensive rehabilitation, physical therapy, and psychological support would be provided to help the patient adapt to their new body.
BrainBridge aims to overcome current challenges in spinal cord repair and nerve damage by attracting top talent from various scientific fields. The company hopes to conduct the first head transplant surgery within the next eight years if feasibility studies yield promising results.
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