ideant Neurotech
Research Use Only (RUO) · Open Source · Open Hardware

Open Hardware for
Breakthrough Neural
Research

Modular, open-source neurotech platforms for BCI, EEG, ECoG, IPG, neural stimulation and beyond — built to accelerate science.

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Supported technologies

One platform.
Every neural modality.

ideant's open hardware ecosystem supports the full spectrum of neural interfacing technologies used in research labs worldwide.

  • BCI

    Brain-Computer Interface systems for bidirectional neural communication and closed-loop control.

    Brain-Computer Interface

  • EEG

    High-resolution electroencephalography acquisition with scalable channel counts and low-noise AFE.

    Electroencephalography

  • ECoG

    Electrocorticography support for intracranial recordings with high spatial resolution.

    Electrocorticography

  • IPG

    Implantable Pulse Generator control and prototyping for deep brain and spinal cord research.

    Implantable Pulse Gen.

  • Neural stimulation

    Programmable electrical stimulation with precise waveform control for cortical and subcortical targets.

    Electrical stimulation

  • Ultrasonic neurostim.

    Focused ultrasound neuromodulation with waveform generation and transducer drive electronics.

    FUS neuromodulation

  • OptoPNS

    Optogenetic peripheral nervous system stimulation with optical driver modules and precise timing.

    Optogenetics · PNS
Core architecture

The ideant modular platform

A unified power supply and base controller board provides the backbone. Interchangeable modules snap in and out — configure your setup for any experiment, any protocol, any modality.

Power supply Base controller 7 core modules Custom modules Open schematics Open firmware Community driven
Why ideant

Research-grade.
Radically open.

No black boxes. No vendor lock-in. Full access to schematics, firmware, and design files — so your lab can customize, validate, and publish with confidence.

  • Fully open source & open hardware

    All schematics, PCB layouts, BOM, and firmware under permissive open licenses. Fork it, modify it, publish it.

  • Hot-swappable modular design

    Swap modules between experiments without rewiring. Scale from single-channel to multi-modal setups as your research evolves.

  • Made for research institutions

    Lab-ready documentation, institutional pricing, and dedicated support for universities and research centers.

  • Custom module development

    Need something specific? ideant designs and manufactures custom modules tailored to your experimental requirements.

Hardware ecosystem

The module library

Start with what you need. Expand as your research grows. Every module is fully documented, open-source, and interoperable.

  • Module 01

    Biopotential AFE

    High-precision analog front-end for biopotential acquisition. Ultra-low noise, configurable gain, and high CMRR for EEG, ECoG, EMG, and LFP recording.

  • Module 02

    MCU

    Microcontroller module for real-time signal processing, experiment control logic, and interfacing with host systems via USB or serial.

  • Module 03

    FPGA

    Reconfigurable FPGA module for high-speed data acquisition, custom DSP pipelines, and low-latency closed-loop control — all user-programmable.

  • Module 04

    Connectors

    Standardized connector modules for headstages, electrodes, stimulators, and external equipment. Multiple form factors available.

  • Module 05

    Wireless

    Low-power wireless module enabling untethered recording and stimulation. Supports Bluetooth LE, 2.4 GHz, and custom RF protocols.

  • Module 06

    NPU

    Dedicated Neural Processing Unit for on-device AI inference. Real-time encoding and decoding of neural signals — closed-loop BCI without cloud latency.

  • Module 07

    Optical Stimulation

    Precision laser and LED driver for optical nerve stimulation. Programmable pulse trains and power control for optogenetic and infrared neuromodulation, pairing with the OptoPNS research modality.

  • Custom

    Your module

    Have a specific research need? ideant designs and produces custom modules to your exact specifications — from concept to validated hardware.

More modules coming: the ecosystem is continuously expanding — optical stimulation drivers, high-voltage stimulators, inertial sensors, and more are on the roadmap, driven by community needs.

Our philosophy

Science thrives
when hardware is open.

Proprietary black boxes slow research down. ideant believes that open, reproducible hardware is foundational to rigorous neuroscience.

  • 01

    Reproducibility first

    Every design file, firmware version, and calibration procedure is publicly accessible — other labs can replicate your exact setup.

  • 02

    Community innovation

    Researchers and engineers worldwide can contribute modules, firmware fixes, and new features. The whole field benefits when breakthroughs are shared.

  • 03

    No vendor lock-in

    You own your hardware and your data. Switch labs, graduate, publish — the platform moves with you.

  • 04

    Transparent validation

    Open schematics allow independent verification of signal quality, noise, and safety parameters — critical for publication.

  • 05

    Research affordability

    Open hardware dramatically reduces costs for labs with limited budgets — more resources for experiments, less for equipment.

  • 06

    Future-proof design

    As technology evolves, new modules plug into the same platform — your investment grows with the ecosystem.

Built for research institutions

Designed for the lab.
Trusted by researchers.

  • 7+

    Neural modalities supported

  • 7+

    Core hardware modules

  • 100%

    Open source & open hardware

  • RUO

    Research use certified design

  • Institutional procurement

    Purchase individual modules, complete platforms, or negotiate lab-wide agreements. Volume pricing available for universities and consortia.

  • Complete technical documentation

    Schematics, datasheets, application notes, and example firmware for every module — ready for your ethics committee and grant applications.

  • Custom module engineering

    ideant works directly with your lab to design and manufacture modules matching your exact experimental requirements.

  • Community & support

    Access to an active community of researchers and engineers, plus direct technical support from the ideant team.

Roadmap

When to expect ideant

We're in active development. Join the waitlist to get early access, shape our roadmap, and be among the first labs equipped with the platform.

  1. Now — 2026

    Validation & community

    Platform concept validation, GitHub repository, and early research community — while Vicente completes the move to Valencia.

  2. Q1 2027

    Company launch

    ideant Neurotech begins formal operations from the Parc Científic UPV, Valencia. Prototype development begins.

  3. Q4 2027 ★

    Target launch A

    First commercial platform release. All 7 core modules available. Open-source repository public.

  4. 2028 H2 ★

    Target launch B

    Full ecosystem launch including custom module service and expanded module library.

Early access

Be first in the lab.

Join researchers from universities and institutes already on the list. Get platform updates, early pricing, and shape what we build next.

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Get in touch

Let's talk about
your research.

Direct inquiries

Whether you need a custom module, want to discuss institutional pricing, explore a collaboration, or just want to know more — we'd love to hear from you.

info@ideant.xyzGeneral & research inquiries

What we can help with

  • 🔬 Custom module specifications
  • 🏛️ Institutional & volume pricing
  • 🤝 Research collaborations
  • 📋 Grant & procurement documentation
  • 🛠️ Technical integration support

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