Cognixion’s breakthrough Axon-R brain-computer interface (BCI) has been named to TIME’s 2025 Best Inventions list in the Experimental category. The recognition celebrates innovations redefining how humans connect, communicate, and experience the world. This win places Cognixion among the most forward-thinking health tech companies in the world.
This marks another major milestone for Cognixion, whose work at the intersection of AI, neuroscience, and accessibility continues to push the boundaries of human-computer interaction.
What the Company Said
“Making the TIME ‘Best Inventions’ list is a great honor for Cognixion … Applications like our deeply personalized AI conversational agent built upon Axon-R’s integrated AR + BCI headset are helping non-verbal people achieve near-conversation rate communication. This holds the promise to transform the lives of people who have lost their ability to communicate and are ‘locked in’ their bodies. By providing a non-surgical, wireless and completely mobile solution that is designed to be accessible for the masses …”
Why It Matters
Cognixion’s Axon-R headset combines noninvasive EEG sensors with AI-driven communication tools, allowing users with paralysis or speech disorders to express themselves through neural activity without surgical implants. This recognition from TIME highlights the impact of AI, neurotechnology, and inclusive design in reshaping how humans interact with machines.
Big wins like this don’t happen overnight. They’re the result of thoughtful storytelling, strategic visibility, and strong partnerships. Through Escalate PR’s health tech PR expertise, Cognixion’s innovation has reached influential audiences across science, accessibility, and technology media and is now earning one of the industry’s highest honors.
We’re proud to see Cognixion’s work recognized by TIME and to have played a role in sharing their story with the world.
Want to learn more?
You can read about Cognixion’s Axon-R and the TIME recognition on TIMES website: https://time.com/collections/best-inventions-2025/7318312/cognixion-axon-r/