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Scientists invent device that can remotely control a human mind

By T.K. Randall
August 24, 2024 ·  11 comments

The system targets regions of the brain with magnetic fields. Image Credit: CC BY-SA 3.0 Glogger The idea that someone can use a device to remotely manipulate your actions and behavior is disconcerting to say the least, but for now, anyway, it still remains a work in progress.

The breakthrough was made by researchers in South Korea's Institute for Basic Science (IBS) who had been attempting to find new ways to treat neurological disorders.

Known as the Nano-Magnetogenetic Interface for NeuroDynamics or Nanon-MIND, the device works by targeting specific regions of the brain with magnetized nanoparticles and close-range magnetic field equipment.In an experiment involving mice, the scientists were able to induce a marked increase in maternal and nurturing behaviors by targeting the region of the brain associated with maternal instincts.

"This is the world's first technology to freely control specific brain regions using magnetic fields," said director Cheon Jinwoo from South Korea's Center for Nanomedicine.

"We expect it to be widely used in research to understand brain functions, sophisticated artificial neural networks, two-way brain-computer interface technologies, and new treatments for neurological disorders."

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