Mind Captioning: When AI Learns to Read Thoughts

A new study published in Science Advances has introduced a breakthrough called “Mind Captioning” — a brain-to-text system that can translate human thoughts into structured sentences using fMRI brain scans.

Key points:

  • Developed by researchers led by Tomoyasu Horikawa.
  • Decodes brain activity into descriptive text of what a person sees or imagines.
  • Works even when traditional language regions are excluded.
  • Could open new doors for assistive communication and brain-computer interfaces.

Still in early stages, but the results hint at a future where machines may truly understand — and give voice to — human thought.

📎 Source: Science Advances