Neuromodulation In Clinical Practice

Top 10 Neurotech Startups - 2021

As the digital health sector matures from basic tracking apps into highly regulated devices, there have been bleeding edge technologies being developed that blur the lines between computers and biology. The burgeoning field of neurotech involves brain-machine interfaces, neuroprosthetics, neurostimulation, neuromonitoring, and implantable devices intended to not only augment nervous system activity, but expand its capabilities. Brain health systems are leveraging measurements taken from a broader swath of the population owing to the power of cloud computing and hardware sensors. This analysis helps understand where an individual’s readings lie on the distribution curve of health to disease, allowing for better discernment of proper diagnoses and treatments.

Several companies are developing systems to actively monitor brain activity and respond in real-time with appropriate treatments. On a similar note, systems employing neural detection devices to monitor vehicle operator alertness and take preventative measures with driver stimulation or vehicle autopilot/shutdown systems are being developed. Whether treating PTSD and phobias through exposure therapy, or assisting surgeons in the operating room virtual reality treatments in conjunction with EEG and or tDCS is quickly gaining momentum. Technologies that can influence brain activity via magnetic fields or electrical impulses are also becoming increasingly common. Multiple hospitals and clinics already offer treatments based on brain stimulation.

At this juncture, there are a wide variety of companies entering the industry with a set of advanced neurotech solutions. To help companies navigate through the best-of-breed neurotech companies, Startup City has compiled a list of ‘Top 10 Neurotech Companies – 2021.’ The enlisted organizations offer innovative brain health and brain enhancement systems on the cutting edge. Besides, the magazine also comprises insights from thought leaders in the sector on the industry trends, best practices, recent innovations, and their advice for the aspiring CIOs.

We present to you Startup City, “Top 10 Neurotech Startups – 2021.”

    Top Neurotech Startups

    Kernel is a full-stack neurotech company that helps in quantifying the power of human brain. The company creates the interfaces and insights necessary to unearth new opportunities by establishing a steady connection between the inner working of the human brain and mind. Kernel was initially founded in 2016 by Bryan Johnson with the aim to perceive, interface, and improve the brain’s power through technology. The company’s team of proficient engineers, physicists, and neuroscientists built two new revolutionary non-invasive brain interfaces that enable measuring the mind as easy as your heartbeat—Kernel Flow and Flux ... read full profile
    Petal Technology is a neurotech startup helping developers make brain-computer interface apps and stream brainwave (EEG) data with its cross-platform software and BCI APIs ... read full profile
    Q’Apel Medical is a leading medical device provider dedicated to finding answers to unsolved problems in neurovascular interventions. Committed to revolutionizing neurovascular interventions, the company develops state-of-the-art neurovascular access device technologies that provide exceptional tracking capabilities and proximal support. It leverages unique technologies and collaborations with neurovascular specialists to craft two novel products — Walrus and Wahoo — that get straight to the core of today’s clinical needs. Designed to provide superior access during neurovascular procedures, its solutions empower surgeons to navigate complicated neurovasculature and deliver emerging medical devices ... read full profile
    At the forefront of the bioelectronics industry, Tivic Health—a neuromodulation device manufacturer—has devised solutions that empower individuals to treat chronic inflammatory conditions. Leveraging controlled electrical signals akin to how drugs provide therapeutic chemicals, Tivic Health has proven to be a leader in delivering novel bioelectronic treatments to patients. Founded in 2016, dedicated to developing microcurrent therapy solutions for chronic diseases and conditions, the company has developed a first-of-its-kind device named ClearUP Sinus Pain Relief that lets consumers gain considerable control over sinus pain and congestion ... read full profile
    Neurable
    Neurable’s vision is to create a world where people live without limitations. The company's revolutionary brain-computer interface allows people to control software and devices using only their brain activity. It is focused on bringing technology from the lab into the real world, so that neurotechnology is simple and accessible enough to use in your everyday life. The Neurable team has innovated in the fields of mathematics, materials science, neuroscience, psychology, and more – it's all hands on deck to bring this vision to life, to create the everyday BCI. In short, Neurable is translating brain activity into simple, actionable insights you can use in your everyday life
    Neurosity
    Neurosity is committed to helping consumers unlock their potential. The company's robust solution, the CROWN guides individuals into a flow state and helps them to stay in the zone. The stellar solution allows users to minimize distractions by putting them on mute whenever they are working and even helps them calm down by discovering songs that expedite their flow and help them find the zone using the Neurosity Shift app with your Spotify account
    Novela Neurotech
    Novela's mission is to deliver innovative solutions that impact neurological care, enhance patients quality of life, and enable medical companies to launch effective neurostimulation therapies. Novela’s Neureka™ technology platform significantly reduces the clinical development time of neurostimulation therapies, enabling medical companies to launch neurological cures much faster. Upcoming Novela solutions are aimed at enhancing human brain functions by enabling two way connectivity with cloud computing technologies; this will increase our memory, enable Internet access, and speed up thought processes. Besides, Novela Neurotech accelerates the discovery of effective cures for a wide range of neurological conditions
    Paradromics
    Paradromics is developing high-volume bidirectional data streaming capabilities between brains and computers. The company's neural interface technologies help physically disabled patients reconnect with the outside world – with infinite possibilities beyond. Paradromics was founded in 2015 by a team of engineers and neuroscientists, received early support from both NIH and DARPA, and is currently backed by venture capital
    PathMaker Neurosystems
    PathMaker Neurosystems is a clinical-stage neuromodulation company founded to commercialize recent advances in the development of non-invasive devices for the treatment of patients with serious neurological disorders. The company is focused on rapidly bringing to market revolutionary products for non-invasively treating Spasticity and ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Based on extensive pre-clinical animal studies, recent elucidation of molecular mechanisms and published human clinical results, the company is advancing an entirely novel treatment paradigm based on Multi-site Neuromodulation
    Q30 Innovations
    Q30 Innovations protect the brain from the effects of head impacts on the sports field and the battlefield. Since 2012, Q30 has worked with leading medical, academic, engineering and design institutions to research and develop the Q-Collar, an externally worn device that aids in the protection of the brain from the effects associated with repetitive sub-concussive head impacts