Carvalho and Rodrigues (2024) discuss the role of neuroengineering in improving health, especially in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Neuroengineering, an interdisciplinary area that combines knowledge from engineering, neuroscience and medicine, has shown promise in developing new technologies to diagnose, treat and prevent neurological diseases.
The authors highlight the impact of technology on quality of life and longevity, and how neuroengineering has contributed to significant advances in several areas of health. Neuroengineering research has focused on developing implantable medical devices, brain-machine interfaces, neuromodulation therapies, and more accurate brain imaging techniques.
The article also addresses the potential of neuroengineering in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis. Stem cell therapies, the use of nanotechnology and deep brain stimulation are some of the approaches that have shown promising results.
In addition, the authors emphasize the importance of neuroengineering in the rehabilitation of patients with neurological injuries, through technologies such as virtual reality and exergames. These tools can assist in the recovery of motor and cognitive functions, improving the quality of life of patients.
In short, neuroengineering represents an ever-expanding field of research with the potential to revolutionize the treatment of neurological diseases and improve the quality of life for millions of people.
Refereencias:
CARVALHO, Luiz Felipe Chaves; RODRIGUES, Fabiano de Abreu Agrela. Neuroengineering and improvements in the nervous system. A neuroscientific perspective on Obesity. Scientific Journal De Salud Y Desarrollo Humano, v. 5, no. 1, pp. 421-429, 2024.
