Synchron Can Provide Brain Computer Interface Tech Without the Brain Surgery

In this episode of the Vanguards of Health Care series, Matt Henriksson interviews Tom Oxley, founder and CEO of Synchron, about brain-computer interface (BCI) technology. Oxley discusses his career path, the evolution of neuro-intervention, and the potential of BCI to unlock a data economy within the brain. The conversation covers the signals BCI platforms capture, how they translate into usable data, and the methodologies for picking up these signals, with a focus on Synchron's NeuroEP, which avoids craniotomies. They explore the regulatory pathway for BCI devices, the importance of reimbursement strategies, and future applications of BCI technology, including integration with devices and robotics, while also addressing privacy considerations.