Elemind's headband suppresses alpha waves for better sleep
Elemind, a Cambridge startup, unveils a $349 neuromodulation wearable to enhance sleep by suppressing alpha waves with sound. Clinical trial shows faster sleep onset. Future plans include targeting delta waves for deep sleep.
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Elemind, a startup based in Cambridge, Mass., has introduced a $349 wearable device for neuromodulation that aims to improve sleep quality by suppressing alpha waves using bursts of sound delivered through bone conduction. The technology tracks brain wave oscillations using EEG sensors and influences them to induce sleep passively. In a clinical trial, 76% of subjects fell asleep more quickly, with an average 48% reduction in the time to transition from awake to asleep. The device, which weighs about 60 grams, uses pink noise to align with specific brain wave phases. Elemind plans to expand its applications to enhance deep sleep by targeting delta waves. Additionally, ongoing research explores using the technology for sedation, memory enhancement, and mental health treatments. The company, founded by Meredith Perry and university professors, has received $12 million in funding and is offering preorders for beta units with optional membership for cloud storage of sleep data and access to new apps.
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