# 201. Non-invasive Memory Booster

- Show: [The Next Byte Podcast](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast)
- Published: 2024-11-19
- Length: 21m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2024-11-19-201-non-invasive-memory-booster
- Listen: https://the-next-byte-wevolver.simplecast.com/episodes/201-non-invasive-memory-booster-FzhwCz1P

## Summary

Hosts Daniel and the other speaker discuss a non-invasive memory booster developed by researchers at EPFL, specifically the Hummelab and the Laboratory of Cognitive Science. The device uses transcranial temporal interference stimulation (TTIS) via scalp electrodes to stimulate the hippocampus, improving spatial memory recall by 18% in VR navigation tests. The episode contrasts this approach with invasive options like Neuralink and highlights the potential for treating dementia and cognitive decline.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2024-11-19-201-non-invasive-memory-booster#t=0) Introduction and Sponsor Read
- [4:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2024-11-19-201-non-invasive-memory-booster#t=249) The Problem of Dementia and Memory Loss
- [6:51](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2024-11-19-201-non-invasive-memory-booster#t=411) EPFL's Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Solution
- [9:02](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2024-11-19-201-non-invasive-memory-booster#t=542) Testing Methodology: VR and fMRI
- [14:06](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2024-11-19-201-non-invasive-memory-booster#t=846) Results: 18% Faster Recall and 11% Faster Navigation

## Topics

- [Medical & health devices](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/medical-devices)
- [AI & machine learning](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/ai-and-machine-learning)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- EPFL (company)
- Neuralink (company)
- Mouser Electronics (company)
- Bluetooth Low Energy (other)
- Hummelab (company)
- Laboratory of Cognitive Science (company)
- TTIS (other)
- fMRI (tool)

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