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01A speech interface faces the test of everyday use 02A soft suit tackles the moment between sitting and walking 03Engineering a transparent replacement: the corneal material challenge 04A voice in real time: the next challenge for speech interfaces 05Can an AI listener follow the conversation you are in?06Bioretec and the idea of a metal implant that does not stay

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Next Makers

Independent profiles of companies developing vision, hearing and mobility technology.

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Conceptual diagram: Stimulation → Rehabilitation → Function. Not a device photograph, anatomical model or measured result.

ONWARD and the case for stimulation outside the skin

ONWARD's spinal stimulation technologies have different uses and regulatory stages. They should not be treated as one interchangeable treatment.

By Semnal EditorialOct 20, 2026 / 4 min

Conceptual diagram: Sense movement → Time stimulation → Measure change. Not a device photograph, anatomical model or measured result.

Cionic puts sensing and stimulation into clothing

Sep 11, 20264 min

Context OCT image of a healthy macula. It is not the PRIMA device, a study participant or a treatment outcome.

Science Corporation and the work beyond a retinal chip

Jul 27, 20264 min

AI concept illustration: Imagined flexible electrode-like mesh draped over a curved surface.

Neurosoft asks how soft a brain interface should be

Jun 24, 20264 min

AI illustration: Sculptural translucent sheet over metallic woven fabric.

CorNeat and the interface between an implant and the eye

Jun 2, 20264 min

AI concept illustration: Imagined metallic lattice inside a translucent glass tube.

Synchron is taking a different route to the brain

May 14, 20264 min

AI concept illustration: Imagined metallic screw transitioning into a symbolic trail of particles.

Bioretec and the idea of a metal implant that does not stay

Apr 4, 20264 min

AI illustration: Mature woman walking along a sunlit city street.

Lifeward: why the intended user matters as much as the robot

Mar 29, 20264 min