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May 4, 2021

Neuroelectrics raises $17.5m to transform epilepsy treatment

The company is seeking an FDA license in the US for its neurostimulation headcap technology.


Tim Smith

6 min read

Neuroelectrics' brain stimulating headcap

Barcelona-founded brain science startup Neuroelectrics has raised $17.5m to fund a Phase 3 clinical trial that could transform the lives of millions of people suffering with epilepsy.

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Neuroelectrics neurostimulation headcap applies targeted electrical currents to different parts of the brain
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Tim Smith

Tim Smith was news editor at Sifted. He covered deeptech and AI, and produced Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow him on X and LinkedIn

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