Dielectropharetic control of neurons

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Dielectrophoretic control of neurons refers to the manipulation of neuronal activity using dielectrophoresis, a technique that utilizes non-uniform electric fields to induce motion in polarizable particles, including cells. This method allows for precise control over neuronal positioning and behavior, which can be crucial in neuroengineering applications. The discussion highlights the potential for dielectrophoresis to influence neuronal activity, although the practical implementation in living organisms remains a complex challenge.

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In what ways, if any, is it possible to purposely control neurons?

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Hi,

the term dielectropharetic is alas unkown for me.
the root of the word seems weird since;

di = 2
electro = electrical
pharetic =?
 
I'm purposefully controlling a whole load of mine now (and yours, i suppose, since you are reading this.) I get a feeling I'm probably missing the point of your question though.
 
I mean is there any way that someone could purposely control the neuron's in a person's head? (I don't mean like, via having them think a certain way or something)

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