In a highly unusual incident, a Russian man named Michael Raduga attempted a self-surgery where he drilled a hole in his head to implant a chip to control his dreams. The incident, which took place in May, was reported by the Daily Mail. Raduga is currently recovering in a hospital in Novosibirsk, as revealed by the Siberian news Telegram channel, Mash Siberia.
On July 18, Raduga tweeted about the procedure, stating that on May 17, 2023, he performed trepanation, electrode implantation, and electrical stimulation of his brain's motor cortex. His goal was to test brain stimulation during lucid dreaming. He claimed to have been inspired by online videos of neurosurgeons inserting electrodes. The procedure resulted in significant blood loss, but Raduga remains optimistic about the results, suggesting possible future dream control technologies.
It's important to note that Raduga's study has not undergone peer review or received endorsement from any university. Therefore, the effectiveness of his approach to controlling dreams remains uncertain.
Raduga's self-performed surgery took place in Almaty, Kazakhstan, without any professional assistance, even though he lacks medical qualifications. The chip was removed approximately a month after the procedure.
What are brain implants?
Brain implants, also known as neural implants, are technological devices used for biomedical purposes, often placed on the brain's surface or cortex. They are commonly used to assist individuals who have experienced strokes or head injuries and are also researched for broader applications in brain-computer interfaces. Elon Musk's Neuralink, founded in 2016, is one organization focused on exploring the potential of microchips to enable people with paralysis to interact with computers or phones using their brain activity.
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