# Brain Cell Microchips The University of Calgary 'Neurochip' Could Result in an Organic Computer By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-of-calgary-neurochip References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/08/10/university-of-calgary-succeeds-in-building-a-neurochip-out-of-si/) & [ucalgary](http://www.ucalgary.ca/news/utoday/august10-2010/neurochip) Making leaps and bounds in brain cell monitoring, the [University of Calgary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simulated-living-cells) 'Neurochip' has been developed in a concerted effort with [National Research Council Canada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-smart-bandages). It is essentially a microchip made out of a network of human brain cells. Headed by Naweed Syed, the University of Calgary 'Neurochip' allows for the study of large groups of brain cells. Yet the future possibilities with this new technology are endless. As Engadget sees it, "This sort of advance could someday lead to [neurochip implants for driving artificial limbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/think2switch), treatments for strokes and brain trauma, and more." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Brain Cell Monitoring:** The development of the University of Calgary 'Neurochip' allows for the study of large groups of brain cells, opening up opportunities in brain research and neuroscience. - **Neurochip Implants:** The advancement of the 'Neurochip' technology could potentially lead to the development of neurochip implants for various applications such as controlling artificial limbs or providing treatments for strokes and brain trauma. - **Organic Computing:** The creation of a microchip made out of human brain cells suggests the potential for organic computing, where engineered organic materials are used to create computational systems. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can leverage the 'Neurochip' technology to advance brain research, neurological treatments and the development of neurochip implants. - **Neuroscience:** The field of neuroscience can benefit from the 'Neurochip' by enabling the study of large groups of brain cells and gaining deeper insights into brain functions and disorders. - **Biotechnology:** The development of a microchip made of human brain cells showcases the potential of biotechnology to create innovative solutions in the field of computing and brain-machine interfaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Scalable Brain-Computer Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braincomputer-interfaces.md) - [AI-Enabled Brain Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/northwell-health.md) - [Electric Pulsed Brain Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inner-cosmos.md) - [Surgically-Implanted Brain Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuralinks.md) - [Advanced Neurotechnology Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/broadmind.md) - [Efficient Machine Learning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainchip.md) - [Brain Activity-Focused Research Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurable1.md) - [In-Clinic Brain-Computer Interface Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braincomputer-interface-technology.md) - [Neurotechnology Gaming Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurable-x-hyperx.md)