Weekly Signal: 07

Table of Contents

• Weekly Signal

• Innovator Spotlight

• Neurohack Nexus

• The Reading Corner

• Academic Resources

• Neurotech Calendar

• Complete our community challenge

• Refer a Neurohacker

• Help us Improve

🧠 Weekly Signal

neurotechnology. Every week, we handpick the most impactful stories shaping the future of brain science, neuroengineering, and cognitive technology. Whether you're a researcher, enthusiast, or industry professional, Weekly Signal keeps you connected to the pulse of the neurotech world.

Let's cut through the noise this week!

🧠 Apple and Synchron Collaborate on Brain-Controlled Device Integration

Published: May 13, 2025
Source: Business Wire

Apple has announced a partnership with brain-computer interface Synchron to enable users to control iPhones, iPads, and Apple Vision Pro devices using neural signals. This integration leverages Synchron’s Stentrode device and Apple’s new BCI Human Interface Device (HID) Protocol, aiming to enhance accessibility for individuals with motor impairments.

🔑 Key People

• Tom Oxley - CEO of Synchron.

🔹 Why it matters:
This is the first native BCI integration in consumer electronics, offering transformative accessibility for users with severe physical limitations, including ALS, stroke, and spinal cord injuries.

🔹 Big picture:
The collaboration between Apple and Synchron marks a major leap towards mainstream neurotechnology, blending assistive innovation with everyday consumer tech.

🧬 RMIT’s Neuromorphic Chip Mimics Human Brain for Instant Vision Processing

Published: May 13, 2025
Source: RMIT News / The Engineer

Engineers at RMIT University have developed a tiny neuromorphic device that mimics brain-like processing to detect hand gestures and process visual information—all without a traditional computer. The chip is built using molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) and uses light-triggered edge detection to instantly “see” and store memory like the human brain.

🔑 Key People

• Professor Sumeet Walia - Director, RMIT Centre for Opto-electronic Materials and Sensors (COMAS)

• Thiha Aung - PhD Student & Lead Author

• Dr. Akram Al-Hourani - Co-author and expert in integrated device design.

• Dr. Taimur Ahmed - Researcher specializing in neuromorphic sensing and memory engineering.

🔹 Why it matters:
This innovation could lead to energy-efficient visual processing in robots, drones and autonomous vehicles—eliminating the need for bulky AI systems and slow, frame-by-frame computation.

🔹 Big Picture:
By mimicking real-time cognition in hardware, this chip could redefine how intelligent machines sense and respond to their environment.

⚡ Innovator Spotlight

​In our Innovator Spotlight, we celebrate members of The NeuroCircuit community who are pushing the boundaries of neurotechnology. Each week, we feature a subscriber who has successfully completed our latest Community Challenge. Their innovative approach and dedication exemplify the spirit of collaboration and discovery that drives our community forward.

🛠️ Neurohack Nexus: Live Neurotech Project Repository

The Neurohack Nexus is a continuously updated, open‑source library of neurotechnology projects—complete with code, schematics, step‑by‑step tutorials, and community contributions. Whether you’re a beginner tinkering with your first EEG hack or an advanced builder crafting custom BCI extensions, the Nexus brings together the resources and collaborative spirit you need to learn, build, and innovate.

📚 Reading Corner (2025)

Curious minds, this one’s for you. Whether you're exploring the mechanics of BCIs, diving into neural engineering, or reflecting on the ethical frontiers of brain science—our curated list of neurotech reads has you covered.

But we’re just getting started—help us expand the list!
👉 What books would you recommend? Share your top picks in our 1-click survey and help shape the future of the NeuroCircuit library.

🎓Academic Resources

Whether you're applying for a master’s in neuroengineering, seeking PhD programs with BCI research, or hunting for summer research internships, our academic resources are your go-to launchpad.

We’re curating a growing list of academic programs, research fellowships, and internship opportunities around the globe. And we’d love your help!

📢 Know a great program, lab, or opportunity?
Share it with the community using our short-survey below 👇️ 

📅 Upcoming Events (2025)

Stay informed about upcoming neurotech conferences and networking opportunities around the world:

Cognitive Neuroscience Society (CNS) 2025 Annual Meeting
📍 Boston, Massachusetts, USA | March 29–April 1, 2025

NeurotechEU Symposium 2025
📍 Bonn, Germany | May 13, 2025

Neural Interfaces 2025
📍 Arlington, Virginia, USA | June 12–14, 2025

2025 Neurotech Leaders Forum
📍 Location TBA | November 5–6, 2025

Society for Neuroscience 2025 Annual Meeting
📍 San Diego, California, USA | November 15–19, 2025

Maudsley Neurotechnology Conference 2025
📍 King's College London, UK | Dates TBA

Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS) 2025
📍 San Diego, California, USA | December 2025

🎯 Community Challenge

Ready to take neurotech to the next level? Share your insights, projects, ideas, our upcoming list of NeuroHacks, or your own groundbreaking work—and watch the inspiration ripple across the community!

How to Participate

1. Create a Post
   Show us what you’re working on—DIY projects, research breakthroughs, or even your latest neurotech musings.

2. Use #NeuroCircuitChallenge
   This helps your ideas reach fellow enthusiasts and potential collaborators.

3. Tag The NeuroCircuit
   We’ll be on the lookout for standout contributions to feature in our upcoming Innovator Spotlight!

4. Mention @HackTheNeuron
   Tag us directly in your post so we never miss your entry—and we’ll amplify your work across our entire NeuroCircuit community!

Why Join?

• Boost Your Reach: Tap into a niche but fast-growing community for extra visibility.

• Build Your Network: Connect with researchers, developers, and curious tinkerers who share your passion.

• Shape Neurotech’s Future: Your project or insight could spark the next big breakthrough—or inspire someone else’s.

We can’t wait to see your creativity in action! Fire up X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok, and spread the word. Let’s spark innovation together!

🚀Recruit More Neurohackers

Your referrals are the engine that drives our community forward. Share your unique referral link with friends, colleagues, or fellow neurotech enthusiasts—and watch us grow together!

• Spread the Word: Copy your personal referral link and post it on social, forums, or in emails.

• Unlock Exclusive Perks: Every friend who subscribes through your link brings you closer to special rewards—insider insights, private Discord access, early project previews, and more.

• Be the Catalyst: The more you share, the stronger our network becomes. Help us build the ultimate neurotech hub—one referral at a time!

✍️Help Us Improve

Your input is what will make The NeuroCircuit and Hack The Neuron better. Let us know what you’d like more of—and what we can do differently.

• Share Your Ideas: Tell us which topics, features, or formats you’d love to see next.

• Spot the Gaps: Let us know if anything’s missing or unclear in our content and community tools.

• Shape the Experience: Whether it’s new challenges, tutorials, or platform features, your suggestions guide our roadmap.