Neuralink’s First Patient Names His Brain Implant “Eve”

Noland Arbaugh, the first recipient of Neuralink’s brain-chip implant, named the device “Eve.” Seven months post-surgery, he’s been using it to enhance his abilities, spending four hours daily, Monday to Friday, testing and training with the Neuralink team.

Arbaugh shared his progress on X, highlighting his focus on self-improvement through the implant. In addition to his daily training sessions with Neuralink, Noland Arbaugh uses his brain-chip implant “Eve” to enhance his personal life.

He dedicates three hours daily to learning French and Japanese, studies math to prepare for a potential return to school, and reads extensively, from Brandon Sanderson to Hugo. He’s also rekindled his passion for creative writing and engages in Bible studies.

Noland Arbaugh, who received Neuralink’s brain-chip implant “Eve,” has ambitious plans to finish his degree, start a charity, and build a house for his parents. He also hopes to become a better advocate and interact more with the community.

Reflecting on his experience, he shared, “My life has improved so much in such a short time. It’s hard to even put into words.” Noland, a quadriplegic who became paralyzed after a 2016 diving accident, made history as the first recipient of Neuralink’s brain implant in January.

While the surgery was initially successful, complications arose when some of the implant’s ultra-fine threads retracted from his brain, causing a malfunction. Fortunately, Neuralink’s team resolved the issue, allowing Arbaugh to continue using the device.