How Artificial Intelligence Gave a Paralyzed Woman Her Voice Back
Meet Ann, a remarkable woman who, at 30, faced a sudden and mysterious brainstem stroke that left her completely paralyzed and unable to breathe independently. For five years, she feared she might not wake up the next day. But today, Ann is part of groundbreaking research at UC San Francisco and UC Berkeley, paving the way for brain-computer technology to restore communication for people like her. Thanks to a brain-computer interface (BCI), Ann can now communicate through a digital avatar that resembles her, with speech and facial expressions synthesized directly from her brain signals. This incredible advancement, recently published in Nature, offers hope for a future where speech can be restored through brain signals, revolutionizing the lives of those with locked-in syndrome. Join Ann on her journey of resilience and transformation as she works towards helping others and showcasing the potential of technology to break down barriers caused by disabilities. Don’t miss this inspiring story of human perseverance and scientific innovation!
How Artificial Intelligence Gave a Paralyzed Woman Her Voice Back (UCSF, Marks and Kurtzman).
