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Nextropics is the science of improving mood and other brain functions with computer-controlled implants. It is considered the next stage in artificially improving brain functions in humans. which has long been attempted through a class of drugs called nootropics.

Nootropics, also known as smart drugs and cognitive enhancers, are drugs, supplements, and other substances that improve cognitive function, particularly executive functions, memory, creativity, or motivation, in healthy individuals.

In November 2017, the first human tests of the technology had begun with funding from the US military's research division, DARPA.

DARPA is one of three US agencies to receive funding through the Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) Initiative, which President Barack Obama announced in April 2013.