A paralyzed man in his 40s is now able to feel and use objects through the hands of another person, after receiving a brain implant that connects him to a “human avatar”. The rest of this article is behind a paywall. Please sign in or subscribe to access the full content.

Keith Thomas became paralyzed in all four limbs – known as quadriplegic – in 2020, when he dived into a pool and broke his neck, injuring his spinal cord and rendering him unable to move or feel anything from the chest down.

Then, in 2023 he received a first-of-its-kind brain implant that utilized artificial intelligence and non-invasive electrodes to reconnect the bridge between his brain and his body, partially restoring movement and sensation to his hands. A year later, he was able to feel his dog’s fur , use hi

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