As the year draws to a close, we’re grateful for a global community that is driven by curiosity and care. From the @ieeebrain.bsky.social family to yours, we wish you days filled peaceful moments, bright ideas, and lasting inspiration and wonder. #HappyHolidays

We recently asked the @ieeebrain.bsky.social community which emerging #neurotechnology would have the biggest real-world impact in the next decade. The verdict? Non-invasive #BCIs lead the way, followed by #AI-driven #neurorehab, neural #DigitalTwins, and precision #neurostimulation. #brain

When #neuroscience and #engineering meet, breakthroughs happen. Join the #IEEEBrain #TechnicalCommunity and connect with the global #IEEE network driving advances in #neurotech, #neuroethics, and #brain–computer interfaces: bit.ly/IEEEBrainTC #neurotechnology #BCI #IEEE

Interesting #brain computer interface breakthrough - researchers now have a way to auto-recalibrate #iBCIs using a hidden #MarkovModel, keeping cursor control stable for months with no manual tuning. It may enable long-term #BCI use. Details at @natbiomedeng.nature.com: go.nature.com/3KP0ppv

Have you voted in our latest poll yet? If not, there's not a lot of time left to get your vote in. Cast your vote in our short poll by leaving the letter corresponding to your answer in the comments. We’ll share the results soon. #brain #neuroengineering #neuralengineering

ICYMI, @nytimes.com has a fascinating look at #brain-implant tech and how #neuroengineering is reshaping life with disabilities. @ieeebrain.bsky.social's own Damien Coyle of @uniofbath.bsky.social also shares key insights into this rapidly evolving frontier. Read it at: nyti.ms/4o7Z2jp #neurotech

You know where you should be? With the @ieeebrain.bsky.social community on #IEEECollabratec, that's where. #IEEECollabratec offers opportunities to network, collaborate, and discuss the development of #brain-related research and #neurotechnologies. Come join us? bit.ly/IEEEBrain-Collabratec

What’s the Next Big Thing in #neurotech? Help us peek into the future by voting in this short poll. Tell us which emerging technology will have the most real-world impact in the next decade by leaving the letter corresponding to your answer in the comments. We’ll share the poll results soon. #brain

By the way, if you want to see how we're approaching the #neuroethics debate, swing by our website to check out the nine components of the @ieeebrain.bsky.social #NeuroethicsFramework: bit.ly/IEEEBrainNeu... #ethics #neurotech #neurotechnology #brain

#Brain-computer interfaces are advancing fast but so are the #ethics questions. From #neuroexceptionalism myths to the risks of closed-loop systems, the challenge is building #BCIs that enhance human flourishing, not control it. Read more at @medcitynews.com: bit.ly/48CsTL6 #neurotech #neuroethics

Every breakthrough starts with a spark. This #IEEEGivingTuesday, help engineers, technologists, researchers, and students turn big ideas into real-world impact. Together, we can build a brighter, more connected future for all: http://bit.ly/IEEEGivingTuesday2025 #GivingTuesday #IEEE

Today we reflect on the global #IEEEBrain community that is dedicated to moving #brain science and #neurotechnology forward. Your remarkable curiosity, passion, and commitment are truly making a difference. We’re grateful to learn, grow, and innovate alongside you. #gratitude #thankful

Just for fun since this is a holiday week for our U.S. friends and followers: drowsiness after your #Thanksgiving dinner has less to do with turkey chemistry and more to do with, well, everything else on the table. Science says your #brain (and the turkey!) is innocent. #GobbleGobble

Curious where #neurotech and #standards meet? @ieeebrain.bsky.social is leading the way in shaping the future of #brain related technologies through global standards. Explore how #innovation becomes reality through #standardization now at: bit.ly/Standards-IE... #neurotechnology

New #research alert! A non-invasive #BCI breakthrough shows imagined handwriting can be decoded from #EEG signals in real time on a portable edge device. It could be a major leap toward practical communication technologies. Learn more at #ScientificReports: https://go.nature.com/3JP5FsV #brain

What’s new in #neuroscience? A novel way to estimate the #brain’s excitation–inhibition balance. #Bioengineerorg has a paper highlighting a non-invasive method using #EEG and computational modeling that could advance precision brain health and #BCIs: https://bit.ly/4rq7AoG #neuroengineering #BCI

Lights...camera...action! Visit the free @ieeebrain.bsky.social #video library to watch interviews with some of brightest minds in #brain #research, #neurotechnology, and beyond. Check it out now at our web portal: bit.ly/IEEEBrainVid... #neurotech #neuroengineering #neuralengineering #neuroscience

Join us on Dec. 2 for a webinar on the major advances in basal ganglia mapping, including cross-species cellular mapping and open-access visualization tools. 📅 Dec. 2, 9-10:30am PT 📍 Online 🔗 Register: https://alleninstitute.org/events/neuroscience-cell-types-webinars/ #studyBRAIN #neuroskyence

Mind-controlled competition? Game on! At the #Cybathlon, #BCI pilots turn thought into action, pushing human–technology partnership limits and redefining independence. Hit up @nytimes.com for a better look at innovation and the future of #AssistiveTech: nyti.ms/4o7Z2jp #brain #neurotech

The #IEEEGivingTuesday countdown is on! @ieeebrain.bsky.social celebrates the ideas, innovators, and bold questions pushing #neurotech forward. Join us in supporting programs that champion curiosity, empower #research, and help shape a smarter, more connected future: bit.ly/IEEEGivingTu...

A future without #brain surgery? Researchers are developing microscopic, injectable chips that can navigate the bloodstream, settle into targeted brain regions, and deliver precision #neuromodulation for conditions like #Parkinsons and #epilepsy. Details at @upinews.bsky.social: bit.ly/48fl26Y

Ready to show off those masterful photo skills of yours while at #NER2025? Then you'll want to check out #IEEE @embs.org's photo contest! There might even be a prize in it for you. Scan the QR code below to upload yours. #EMBS #NeuralEngineering #BiomedicalInnovation #EngineeringInMedicine

Pssst! Are you at #NER2025? Make sure you come find the @ieeebrain.bsky.social table to say hello! And don't forget to grab some free swag when you do. #brain #neuralengineering #neurotech #neurotechnology #neuroengineering

There's a new #AI model that can transcribe thoughts by analyzing #brain scans, turning neural activity into detailed text descriptions. “Mind captioning” may give those who can’t speak a voice...or challenge the idea of mental #privacy. More at @futurism.com: bit.ly/4qXMAFl #neurotech #neuroprivacy

Ever wonder how #ethics keeps up with the rapid pace of #neurotech? @ieeebrain.bsky.social’s #NeuroethicsFramework explores that balance through nine key components. The #Medical and #Education sections are already live, so check it out and join the conversation: bit.ly/IEEEBrainNeu... #neuroethics

As #brain–computer interfaces move closer to reality, how can regulators keep pace without stifling innovation or risking safety? @natcomms.nature.com makes the case for why #regulatory sandboxes are needed in implantable #neurotech: go.nature.com/4nPLGbs #BCI #iBCI #neuroengineering

#AI & #neuroengineering takes the lead! From decoding #brain signals to building smarter neural interfaces, the @ieeebrain.bsky.social community has told us what they're most excited to hear about at #NER2025. See you in San Diego next week! #neurotech #neurotechnology #NeuralEngineering

IEEE volunteers are driving societal progress and tackling global challenges through #education and #collaboration. The IEEE Social Impact Report highlights this impactful work shaping tomorrow. See how passion and vision move the #IEEE mission forward: https://bit.ly/4qKdNvh #TechForGood

Our thoughts were once private but today, #neurotech can listen in. Now, the #UN is warning that without #ethical guardrails, mental #privacy may be a casualty to innovation. @unesco.org has new guidance calling for global #standards protecting dignity and accountability in neurotech: bit.ly/49EGeEB

Looking for solid info on #brain-related #standards? You’ll find it here. Curated #TEDTalks or a #career center focused on the field? We got it. From #DBS and #BCI to closed-loop #neurotechnologies, the @ieeebrain.bsky.social Resource Center brings it all together: bit.ly/IEEEBrain-ResourceCenter

#Neuroscience isn’t just about understanding the brain, it’s also about #engineering it. Here's a great piece exploring why #engineers are key to driving the next wave of #brain science, courtesy of our friends at @simonsfoundation.org and thetransmitter.bsky.social: bit.ly/3XfPqYB #neuroengineering

How did the zombie #neurotechnologist get so smart? By eating a lot of #brain food! #HappyHalloween from the @ieeebrain.bsky.social crew! #BRAINSSSS

Heads-up, the #IEEE Virtual Career fair opens at 10am EST today! There are lots of speakers, panel sessions, recruiters, and more at this great #career event. Register at careerfair.ieee.org to take part. #careers #CareerFair

#IEEEEMBS' #NER2025 is right around the corner, so it's a perfect time for a quick poll. Which topic are you most excited about? Answer in the comments and we'll share results next week: 1. #AI & Neuroengineering 2. Adaptive Neural Systems 3. Neurotech Devices 4. Human-Centered #Neuroengineering

Congrats to @ieeebrain.bsky.social Discovery & #Neurotechnology Workshop Best Poster winners Dhruv Vaish of @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social, #UW's Felix Schwock, @uh.edu's Shantanu Sarkar and Piotr Nabrzyski, and #UBC's Jordan Hanania and Ryan Takagi! Watch for an upcoming #podcast with them!

How do we bring #brain computer interfaces closer to the human experience? A new study found in @embs.org's #TNSRE explores how #EdgeAI is transforming BCIs, making them faster and more adaptive, while enabling better #DataPrivacy. Read the full article now at: bit.ly/4hr8IUp #neurotech #AI #BCI

The call for #neuroethics research is open! Our friends at the International Neuroethics Society are looking for research for presentation at #Neuroethics2026. The early submission deadline is 5 Nov 2025. Learn more or submit at: https://bit.ly/Neuroethics26-CallForResearch #brain #neurotech #INS

Look who's now on #Instagram...that's right, it's us! Follow ieee.brain on Instagram for the latest in #neurotech, #brain research, and human–machine innovation. It's where science meets possibility. #neurotechnology #BCI

Don't forget that #neuroethics and #neurorights are topics near and dear to us. Check out the nine components of the #IEEEBrain #NeuroethicsFramework now at our website: https://bit.ly/IEEEBrainNeuroethicsFramework #brain #neurotech #neuroscience #neurotechnology #ethics

A new Australian Human Rights Commission report warns that #neurotechnology’s rapid rise demands urgent human-rights safeguards. From neural #DataPrivacy to freedom of thought, "Peace of Mind" urges human rights by design be embedded in every advance. More info: https://bit.ly/47rGgNI #neurotech

Save the date! The #IEEE Virtual Career Fair kicks off October 30. Join online to meet recruiters, explore opportunities, and take the next step in your career journey. #brain #neuroscience #neurotech #neurotechnology #CareerGrowth #YoungProfessionals

A groundbreaking first: Europe’s inaugural #brain–computer interface implant for a #quadriplegic patient marks a leap toward restoring movement and independence, where thoughts alone could one day control digital devices. Get more details at #NeuroNews: https://bit.ly/47hF2o9 #BCI #neurotech

Congratulations to Senior #IEEE Member Jill I. Gostin, who has been elected 2026 IEEE President-Elect! Her #leadership reflects the forward-thinking, cross-disciplinary spirit that drives progress in #neuroscience, #AI, and #engineering. We’re excited to see her guide IEEE’s global vision.

When #neuroscience and #engineering meet, breakthroughs happen. Join the #IEEEBrain #TechnicalCommunity and connect with the global #IEEE network driving advances in #neurotech, #neuroethics, and #brain–computer interfaces: bit.ly/IEEEBrainTC #neurotechnology #BCI #IEEE

Yesterday, we shared a great #WorldWEconomicForum article about why new protections are needed for our neural data. Today, we've got a follow-up exploring #neurotech's potential to restore lives. #WEF's video illustrates what's possible when innovation meets purpose: https://bit.ly/491G35V #brain

#Neurotechnology is unlocking human potential, from restoring movement to decoding thought. But it also brings new risks: our brains can’t undergo a password reset if compromised. #WEF explains why protecting neural data is #cybersecurity's next frontier: https://bit.ly/46OoNQl #neurotech #privacy

Heads-up! Our Proceedings of the IEEE colleagues have a paper exploring how #brain computer interfaces are becoming full brain-in-the-loop systems linking human intelligence, #AI, and #wireless to power human–machine communication and the #metaverse: https://bit.ly/ProceedingsIEEE-BrainInTheLoop

Did you know @ieeebrain.bsky.social has a #video library? Featuring interviews with some of the top subject matter experts in #brain #research and #neurotechnology, our #Neurotech #Entrepreneurs Corner series is available free on demand at our web portal: bit.ly/IEEEBrainVid...

By the way, you can read the full article about this interesting #LEGO inspired take on #brain computer interfaces now at @plosone.org: bit.ly/42zqzSW #BCI #neurotech #neurotechnology #neuroscience

Could building #brain–computer interfaces soon be as easy as child’s play? Maybe. @sciencex.bsky.social reports researchers have unveiled a #LEGO-style, no-code system for designing #BCIs brick by brick, turning thought-controlled tech into hands-on creativity: bit.ly/4ovfyuv