Mendi offers a neurofeedback headband that measures brain activity to enhance cognitive functions such as focus and stress management through non-invasive training. This device provides users with real-time feedback and a mobile app to track their mental fitness, addressing the need for accessible brain health improvement tools.
Funding
$4.7M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many individuals struggle with focus, stress management, and cognitive performance, but lack access to convenient and engaging tools for brain training. Traditional neurofeedback systems are often expensive and require clinical settings, limiting accessibility and consistent use.
Solution
Mendi offers a portable neurofeedback system designed to enhance cognitive functions through non-invasive brain training. The system includes a lightweight headband equipped with fNIRS (functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy) technology that measures brain activity in the prefrontal cortex. This data is then visualized in a mobile app, where users engage in gamified exercises to improve focus, manage stress, and enhance overall mental well-being. By providing real-time feedback on brain activity, Mendi empowers users to actively train and strengthen neural pathways associated with key cognitive functions.
Target Audience
Mendi is designed for individuals aged 5 and up who are looking to improve their focus, manage stress, enhance cognitive performance, and promote overall mental well-being through accessible and engaging brain training.
Features
- fNIRS technology to measure blood flow and oxygenation in the prefrontal cortex
- Real-time neurofeedback via a gamified mobile app for iOS and Android
- Personalized training programs to improve focus, stress management, and mental agility
- Progress tracking and Mendi Score to monitor improvements over time
- Suitable for multiple users, allowing household members to share a device
- Integration of brain health advice and expert-crafted content within the app
- Headband equipped with Bluetooth, accelerometer, gyroscope, and USB Type-C