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From pills to pulses: bioelectronic medicine using the peripheral nervous system

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Electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves modulates activity in the organs and the brain

Imec develops miniature implants for the PNS, tackling challenges for precise targeting, packaging and powering

Further research goes into closed-loop stimulation and alternative modalities such as ultrasound for powering and stimulation