Man With ALS Speaks 2 Million Words Using Brain Implant
Casey Harrell lost his voice to ALS, but a brain implant let him speak 56 words per minute from home for nearly two years. His daughter finally heard what her dad sounds like again.
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ALS Therapy Nears Canadian Approval Filing in December
A promising oral therapy for ALS is moving toward Canadian approval after the company received regulatory clearance to file by December. Clinical trial data showed the treatment may extend survival by nearly 15 months when started early.
New ALS Gene Therapy Transforms Testing Across Canada
A breakthrough gene therapy has revolutionized how Canadian doctors approach ALS testing. Now 100% of physicians offer genetic testing to all patients, regardless of family history.
Dad with ALS dances at daughter's wedding 16 years later
When Ellie Valentine's dad was diagnosed with ALS at age 7, doctors gave him just 2-5 years to live. Sixteen years later, he walked her down the aisle and shared a father-daughter dance that left everyone in tears.
Pilot with ALS retires with son as co-pilot on final flight
A United Airlines captain diagnosed with ALS flew his final flight with his son Daniel in the pilot's seat, ending a 19-year career with the airline. The emotional retirement brought together family, friends, and coworkers to celebrate a father who inspired his son to follow in his footsteps.
Brain Implants Help 150+ People Speak and Move Again
Casey Harrell, paralyzed by ALS and unable to speak, now works as a climate activist thanks to a brain implant that reads his thoughts. What started with just a handful of volunteers has exploded to over 150 people testing these life-changing devices.
Brain Implant Helps ALS Patient Work and Connect at Home
A man with ALS is using a brain implant at home to communicate at 56 words per minute, keeping his job and staying connected to loved ones. It's the longest-running test of speech technology for paralysis patients outside a lab.
Dancer With ALS Returns to Stage Through Brain Technology
A professional dancer paralyzed by ALS performed on stage again using brain interface technology that translates her thoughts into movements through a digital avatar. The groundbreaking performance in Amsterdam marked the first time someone has danced professionally using only their mind.
Genetic Breakthrough Brings Hope to FTD and ALS Patients
A scientist who discovered a major genetic cause of two devastating brain diseases just won one of the world's most prestigious science prizes. Her 2011 breakthrough opened new doors for families seeking answers and researchers working on treatments.
Scientists Link Two Brain Diseases to Same Genetic Root
Two researchers independently discovered that ALS and frontotemporal dementia can share the same genetic cause, transforming how doctors treat these devastating conditions. Their breakthrough won them a 2026 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences.
Ballerina With ALS Dances Again Using Brain-Powered Avatar
A mother of three living with ALS performed ballet on stage in Amsterdam by controlling a digital avatar with her thoughts. The breakthrough technology could help others with motor neurone disease regain their ability to express themselves through movement.
Japanese Film Turns Caregiving Struggle Into Art
A Japanese director transformed his personal experience caring for his mother with ALS into a moving film that's giving voice to millions of family caregivers. "90 Meters" shows the reality of caregiving while finding beauty in life's hardest moments.