OUR HISTORY IN A NUTSHELL

g.tec’s journey began in 1999, when Christoph Guger and Günter Edlinger presented one of the first portable brain–computer interface (BCI) systems at the BCI Meeting in Rensselaerville, New York.

From the beginning, the focus was clear: to move BCIs from research into real-world applications. Over the past 25+ years, g.tec has continuously advanced neurotechnology — from early experimental systems to platforms used globally in:

  • neuroscience research
  • neurorehabilitation
  • neurosurgery and brain mapping
  • disorders of consciousness
  • human–machine interaction

FROM FIRST SYSTEMS TO GLOBAL PLATFORM

What began with a small number of electrodes and basic signal processing has evolved into highly integrated neurotechnology systems combining:

ultra-high-density brain recordings (up to 1024 channels)
real-time decoding of brain activity
closed-loop stimulation systems
AI-supported signal analysis and prediction

Across all development stages, one technical principle has remained constant: Never stop recording. Continuous acquisition of high-quality neurophysiological data enables precise detection of brain states, adaptive stimulation strategies and reproducible brain–computer interface performance.

This approach has led to the development of key systems such as:

Unicorn Brain Interface – wearable BCI platform for education, development and applied research
g.Nautilus, g.USBamp and g.HIamp – high-resolution EEG and BCI acquisition systems
recoveriX – closed-loop neurorehabilitation for stroke and neurological disorders
mindBEAGLE – communication and assessment for patients with disorders of consciousness
cortiQ & g.Pangolin – high-resolution brain mapping and invasive neurophysiology systems

OUR HISTORY IN A NUTSHELL

BUILDING A GLOBAL ECOSYSTEM

g.tec’s vision extends beyond technology. To accelerate innovation, the company launched global initiatives such as:

  • BR41N.IO Hackathon Series — bringing together engineers, developers, and creators worldwide to build brain-computer interface applications
  • BCI Award — recognizing international leading innovations in the field
  • BCI & Neurotechnology Spring School — the world’s largest program in neurotechnology

Today, the Spring School connects 90,000+ participants, 140+ countries, and has been described as: “The Woodstock of Neurotechnology”.

CONTINUOUS INNOVATION

g.tec has consistently introduced breakthrough technologies, including:

  • wearable wireless EEG systems
  • high-gamma brain mapping
  • closed-loop rehabilitation systems
  • integration of EEG with eye tracking and other modalities
  • AI-driven neurotechnology applications

These developments have been supported by numerous international collaborations and research projects across Europe and beyond.

NEVER STOP RECORDING

At g.tec medical engineering, the goal is to translate brain–computer interface research into practical clinical applications. What was once a niche scientific field is becoming an important technology for modern neurorehabilitation and human–machine interaction.

At g.tec, the focus remains:

  • developing integrated BCI platforms combining hardware, software and real-time signal processing
  • enabling practical applications in neurorehabilitation and neurotechnology-based therapy
  • expanding global availability of modern brain–computer interface solutions

Brain–computer interfaces open new possibilities for therapy and research, supported by reliable, evidence-based technology designed for everyday clinical use.