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Everything we are, everything we aspire to become, begins with our brain.

Kernel creates the interfaces and insights necessary to unlock the greatest scientific unknown: the inner workings of the human brain and mind.

We started in 2016 and are a full-stack neurotech company with scientists and engineers controlling every step from chip design to optics; control software to ML; experimental design to analysis.

Understanding, interfacing with, and improving the brain requires a technological revolution at every level.

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Kernel Raises $53M from General Catalyst, Khosla Ventures, Eldridge, Manta Ray, Tiny Blue Dot

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March 2, 2021

Announcing Kernel Flux: the World’s Most Powerful Neural Interface

We are pleased to announce that the first Kernel Flux system will be delivered to the world, and our first customer, this summer. But first...

February 23, 2021

Flow 50 Sneak Peek - Ep. 1

We recently announced our initial research and commercial partnerships for Kernel Flow. Here is a sneak peek of Kernel Flow’s in-house assembly.

February 18, 2021

Autonomous Self

"In the previous two newsletters, I outlined the recent lifestyle changes I’ve made to achieve optimal health. A process which required firing many unreliable versions of myself..."

February 10, 2021

My Goal Alignment Problem

"There are many versions of you constantly competing for dominance in achieving their own goals. Frequently opposing one another. The texture of their goals varies..."

February 4, 2021

Sleep and Impulse Control

"It’s 7 pm. A freshly baked sugar cookie stares back at me. The doughy middle revealing itself in seductive allure. The sugar formed in what looks like a smile, taunting me..."

January 26, 2021

Kernel on Psychedelics

Founder and CEO, Bryan Johnson, gives additional context on the significance of Kernel's recently-announced partnership with Cybin.

January 19, 2021

A Project Warp Speed for Our Minds

This week at Kernel, we’ve been circulating an executive summary on the cognitive effects of Covid-19, some suspected mechanisms, and exploring what we can do about it.

January 13, 2021

The Emerging Revival of Psychedelics in Neuroscience

Cami Russo writes about Kernel and other pioneers of using novel psychedelic drugs as treatment for mental health.

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