Vielight Inc

05/23/2026

We were proud to present at the Special Operations Medical Association (SOMA) 2026 conference! Caroline Wilkerson, DACM and Justin Heesakker from the Vielight team has been engaging with incredible medical professionals and operators dedicated to special operations medicine.

Our focus is clear: leveraging patented near-infrared brain stimulation (photobiomodulation) to support:

📈 Mission Readiness – Enhancing cognitive performance when it matters most.
🧠 Morale & Retention – Protecting and restoring long-term brain health.
🔋 Uptime – Accelerating recovery and mental resilience.

At present, VA providers may prescribe Vielight devices to Veterans at full cost coverage, at their discretion. We are incorporated in the USA and fully compliant with federal procurement regulations, ensuring a seamless purchasing process.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to experience our transcranial-intranasal technology firsthand and discuss the future of tactical cognitive optimization.

Read our full update from the event here: https://www.vielight.com/newsroom/vielight-at-soma-2026-operator-brain-health-in-special-operations-medicine/

With brain health an increasingly central question in SOF medical readiness, non-invasive options like Vielight are entering serious conversation across the field, including at SOMA 2026 in Raleigh. Why SOF brain health is increasingly on the agenda Brain health is now central to SOF medical readine...

05/19/2026

At Vielight, we believe in a future where the brain’s natural potential to adapt and thrive is fully unlocked. Every day, athletes push human limits to achieve greatness. Yet, beneath that often lies a harsh reality: repetitive head impacts carry lifelong neurological risks, with no modern pharmacological cure.

This is the challenge driving our work with the University of Utah. We are pioneering PBM research with the Vielight Neuro designed to transform the landscape of cognitive recovery and deliver meaningful answers where they are needed most 💡

A groundbreaking, double-blind study published in the Journal of Neurotrauma tracked NCAA Division I football players over a 16-week season using advanced diffusion MRI.

The contrast was striking:
🏈 External Armor Limitations: Helmets protect the skull, but not the deep brain. The Sham (Control) Group showed a statistically significant increase in markers for deep-brain neuroinflammation - a "brain on fire."

🛡️ Internal Armor: Athletes using active Vielight itPBM (intranasal-transcranial photobiomodulation) showed profound neuroprotective stability with no visible damage markers, despite enduring the same repetitive impacts.

The implications extend far beyond sports. Recognizing this potential, the U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a landmark $4.6 million grant to the University of Utah and NYU to launch a massive, 300-participant mTBI clinical trial.

This represents incredible recognition from the Pentagon regarding the power of light-based neurotechnology to reshape cognitive recovery and safeguard the minds of those who matter most.

🔗 Read the full published study analysis: https://www.vielight.com/blog/utah-neurotrauma-study-advanced-diffusion-mri-brain-resilience-vielight-neuro/



Regulatory Disclaimer: The Vielight Neuro is not a cleared medical device for the treatment or prevention of TBI or CTE. The clinical investigations described are independent, peer-reviewed research evaluating the microstructural effects of photobiomodulation. The upcoming n=300 DoD-funded trial aims to further evalua

05/13/2026

There is a physics problem at the heart of the brain health industry that doesn't get discussed enough 🧠

The human skull absorbs up to 95% of light energy. This means transcranial-only photobiomodulation (tPBM), the technology behind most PBM devices on the market - is physically limited to the brain's outer layer, the cortex. The deeper, critical subcortical structures remain entirely out of range.

A few months ago, an independent Baycrest study (n=45) with Vielight tech quantified this gap by measuring glymphatic flow - and the results were significant enough that we felt they needed a proper demonstration, not just a paper.

So we got a real human skull.

In the video above, physicist John walks through exactly what happens to light energy as it travels through bone into the brain - and why one specific anatomical structure within the nose changes everything about how NIR light reaches deep brain tissue.

If you're interested in brain health, neuroscience, cognitive wellness, or rehabilitation - watch it, then come back with your hardest question.

💡 The most insightful question raised in the comments wins a Vielight MIP, worth $499.

If this raises questions for you, it will likely raise them for others in your network. We'd welcome the wider conversation.

05/06/2026

Every day, we see headlines about AI writing poetry, generating images, or automating industries. But there is a quieter, more profound frontier that rarely makes the news: using AI to improve the most complex structure in the known universe - the human brain.

To help us lead this vital mission at Vielight AI, we are incredibly proud to welcome Dr. Sorenza Bastiaens to the Vielight team as our new NeuroAI Engineer.

Sorenza is an exceptionally talented scientist who is deeply passionate about our vision: using technology to improve quality of life. She brings a world-class academic foundation to this challenge, holding a Ph.D. in Computational Neuroscience from the University of Toronto and an MEng in Biomedical Engineering from Imperial College London.

Her work at Vielight will focus on developing advanced algorithms to investigate how photobiomodulation affects brain function. By translating complex EEG signals into meaningful, data-driven metrics, she is helping us build a future where personalized brain health is accessible to everyone.

Please join us in welcoming Sorenza as we continue to focus AI on the organ that matters most.

05/04/2026

We are proud to announce a landmark clinical collaboration with the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry (NCNP) in Tokyo, Japan 💡

A newly published protocol in Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment marks a strategic shift for Vielight technology: moving beyond general wellness into the rigorous treatment of Cognitive Impairment Associated with Schizophrenia (CIS).

While modern medicine has made strides in managing the primary symptoms of schizophrenia, cognitive recovery remains a critical unmet need. Led by the NCNP’s Department of Preventive Intervention, this trial utilizes 40 Hz (Gamma) itPBM to target the neural "misfiring" at the heart of this condition.

Unlike standard transcranial-only devices (tPBM), the NCNP protocol leverages our proprietary Vielight intranasal-transcranial (itPBM) PBM system. This "top-down and bottom-up" approach is functionally necessary to address complex psychiatric disorders.

The intranasal applicator is the key to bypassing the thickest parts of the skull to reach the ventral brain and hippocampus - the deep-seated hubs for memory and emotion.

Circuit Synchronization: Schizophrenia often involves a breakdown in communication between the prefrontal cortex and the hippocampus. By delivering 810nm light simultaneously from both gateways, we can synchronize this entire circuit at a consistent 40 Hz frequency.

As one of Japan’s six national centers, the NCNP is a global powerhouse in brain research. Their decision to pilot our itPBM technology - supported by the Japan Health Research Promotion Bureau - underscores the clinical credibility of our hardware in the evolving landscape of neuropsychiatry.

This study represents our commitment to "hard science" and the development of non-pharmacological tools that restore not just health, but the cognitive capacity for patients to thrive in daily life.

Read the Full Protocol: https://www.dovepress.com/an-open-label-single-arm-trial-of-transcranial-and-intranasal-photobio-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-NDT

04/28/2026

A landmark study published in Nature Scientific Reports proved that Vielight’s itPBM technology doesn’t just support the brain - it actively reorganizes neural oscillations in real-time.

Six years later, it remains the first and only high-level study to prove direct EEG neuromodulation using a commercially available PBM device.

Here is the breakdown of the "Network Tune-Up":

1️⃣ From Metabolic Support to Brain Tuning
We used to think Photobiomodulation (PBM) was just about mitochondria. The "New Evidence" shows that itPBM (intranasal-transcranial PBM) triggers direct electrophysiological changes, literally "re-tuning" your brainwaves.

2️⃣ Clearing the Fog
In a single 20-minute session, the study observed a statistically significant "up-shift" in frequency power:

📉 Lowering Delta & Theta: Suppressing the frequencies associated with lethargy and "brain fog."

📈 Boosting Alpha, Beta, & Gamma: Facilitating the states required for deep focus, memory, and high-level processing.

3️⃣ Efficiency by Design
Using Graph Theory, researchers proved that itPBM performs a "network tune-up." It increases Global Efficiency, meaning information travels faster and more reliably across neural hubs. It’s like upgrading your brain’s internal Wi-Fi from 3G to Fiber.

4️⃣ Future-Proofing
True longevity isn’t just about living longer; it’s about maintaining a high-performance state. By increasing network resilience and structural stability, we aren't just reacting to age - we’re priming the system for long-term cognitive health.

Ready to upgrade your cognition with the most scientifically-validated PBM wearable on the market?

🔗 Dive into the science here: https://www.vielight.com/blog/vielight-neuro-neuromodulation-neurofeedback-tpbm-photobiomodulation/

04/10/2026

We are incredibly proud to share that the University of Utah has been awarded a landmark $4.6M grant from the U.S. Department of War to establish a new standard of care for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

Crucially, the University has selected Vielight (itPBM) technology as the exclusive intervention for this definitive n=300 clinical trial.

https://medicine.utah.edu/neurology/news/2025/12/shining-new-light-treatment-traumatic-brain-injury

This project follows Utah's powerful neuroprotection research with NCAA Division I football players and Vielight tech. In that breakthrough study, brain imaging data implied that our technology triggers significant neuroprotection and resilience effects - results that only Vielight itPBM tech has been able to achieve.

The Problem: For our military and first responders, TBI is an invisible but devastating reality. Chronic mTBI often leads to years of cognitive decline and a diminished quality of life. Current treatments are frequently limited to symptom management, leaving a massive gap in actual neurological recovery.

The Opportunity: This grant represents a relatively small investment in a technology that could yield massive results. By validating a non-invasive, drug-free solution, we aren't just looking for a treatment - we are looking for a scalable way to restore brain health, improve lives, and potentially save the healthcare system billions in long-term care costs.

Led by Dr. Elisabeth Wilde and Dr. Carrie Esopenko, this research will use advanced MRI to prove that Vielight technology can provide the protection and resilience our heroes deserve.

We are honored that our technology is the clinical foundation for this mission.

03/31/2026

In 2015, we faced a defining choice.

Follow the industry toward a simple helmet design. Or innovate a better way to reach the brain.

We chose to innovate 💡

For years, the industry standard has been the "helmet" or transcranial-only photobiomodulation (tPBM). Hundreds of weak LEDs lined inside a bowl. They look impressive. But the biophysics tell a different story. Hair blocks light. Bone absorbs it. If the irradiance is too low, you’re only treating the scalp.

We knew we needed a better pathway and extra-powerful yet safe LEDs. We found it in the intranasal channel and Vie-LED technology: Intranasal-transcranial photobiomodulation (itPBM).

Ten years later, the science has finally proven our vision.

1. The Irradiance Standard. A 2024 systematic review of 97 clinical studies identified the "gold standard" for effective power. It’s 250 mW/cm^2. While old-gen helmets struggle to hit this mark, the Vielight Neuro delivers up to 333 mW/cm^2. Clinical power. Delivered with precision.

2. The 20x Efficiency Breakthrough. Our 2026 study with Baycrest Hospital revealed the "Efficiency Gap." Our intranasal technology is 20x more efficient at achieving results than traditional forehead application.

Why? Because the intranasal channel is a highway. It is a direct, natural path to the deep brain through the cribriform plate. It reaches deep brain areas "transcranial-only" helmet simply cannot touch.

3. The Clinical Research Gap. Vielight technology is featured in over 20 successful published peer-reviewed clinical trials over a wide range of topics, from neurodegeneration, brain resilience and creativity.

We didn’t just build a product. We defined and patented the next generation of neurotechnology.

Learn more here: https://www.vielight.com/blog/understanding-the-vielight-neuro/

03/26/2026

What does it take to maintain a 17-0 undefeated streak at the highest level of the UFC? 🏆

Elite performance is about more than just physical training—it’s about cognitive precision. In a recent feature by ABC (Spain), Dr. Martinez, the Head Coach for UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria, revealed a key component of their preparation: Photobiomodulation.

Dr. Martinez notes: “We use this technology in the morning with a gamma wave frequency of 40 Hz to energize and increase the concentration of our champion.”

By leveraging the Vielight Neuro to target brain health and cognitive clarity, Topuria is proving that the future of professional sports lies at the intersection of biology and technology.

Read it here (in Spanish): https://www.abc.es/deportes/dia-entrenamiento-ilia-topuria-campeon-ufc-maquina-20240303115942-nt.html

Beyond performance, the Vielight Neuro has also been shown to help improve brain resilience in NCAA Div 1 Football players via fMRI and advanced DTI imaging: https://www.vielight.com/blog/utah-neurotrauma-study-advanced-diffusion-mri-brain-resilience-vielight-neuro/

Ilia is seen here with the Vielight Neuro 3, superseded by the Vielight Neuro 4.

03/23/2026

We are honored to welcome Dr. Caroline Wilkerson, DACM, to the Vielight team as our new Director of U.S. Government Relations!

Caroline joins us with a powerhouse background as a Navy Veteran and a clinical leader within the Veterans Health Administration. Her career has been defined by a commitment to integrative, non-pharmacologic care for Veterans facing complex neurologic and chronic conditions, a mission that aligns perfectly with our work in photobiomodulation (PBM).

With her firsthand experience navigating VHA workflows and her leadership in health system strategy, Caroline will be instrumental in bridging the gap between innovative PBM technology and the Veterans who need it most.

03/18/2026

We are honored to welcome Pooria to Vieclinic! https://www.vieclinic.com

Pooria is a Clinical Specialist bridging the gap between neurotechnology and compassionate, client-centered care. With a background in Clinical Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience from Italy, he specializes in integrating VR, neuromodulation, and qEEG assessments, mapping psychological symptoms to physiological findings for neurodivergent children and adults 🧠

From developing protocols for Autism and ADHD to implementing gamified neurofeedback, Pooria maintains the research-grade standards honed at Concordia University, where he contributed to psychometric tool development. He transforms complex technology into personalized, interactive solutions tailored to the unique needs of every individual.