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Grade 9+
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RoboRoach

Learn about advanced neurotechnologies, learning, and memory through hands-on experiments.

Uses the same techniques as Deep Brain Stimulation in humans! The RoboRoach can wirelessly control a cockroach's left/right movement by microstimulating the antenna nerves. A great way to engage with neural microstimulation, behavior, learning, and memory (roaches adapt). The RoboRoach Surgery Kit and Cockroaches sold separately.

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Neuroengineering

Grade 9+

Wirelessly Control a Cyborg Cockroach

Ever wondered how devices like cochlear implants can use electricity to make people perceive sounds?
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1. 1x Free iOS or Android application for remote control
2. 1x Bluetooth Roboroach backpack control unit
3. 1x 1632 RoboRoach Battery
4. 3x Electrode Sets (to implant 3 Roaches)
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  BYB Spike Recorder
  
  You can run the BYB Spike Recorder on a variety of platforms. Click link below to download and install.
- Schematic
  
  RoboRoach.v.1.1b

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RoboRoach

Wirelessly Control a Cyborg Cockroach

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BYB Spike Recorder

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