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World Service,26 Jul 2005,22 mins

Neuroprosthetics

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A look at the science of neuroprosthetics, using thoughts to move artificial limbs. How it may be possible for people with nerve or limb injuries to be able to command wheelchairs, prosthetics and even paralysed arms and legs by 'thinking them through'. The programme looks at the use of such technology to help those with spinal cord injuries.

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