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Advances in neural stimulation of the auditory pathway

7 July 2020 | | Auditory Implants | Neural stimulation techniques, Neuroprosthetics, Optogenetics, Sensory disorders

This article reviews the use of neuroprosthetic devices such as cochlear and auditory brainstem implants (ABI) to stimulate the auditory pathway, discussing the successes, limitations and advances in this area. Currently, neuroprosthetic devices deliver electrical impulses to the cochlear nerve...