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Ballerina with ALS Dances via Brainwave-Powered Avatar

4/11/2026

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Breanna Olson, a ballerina diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), performed on stage in Amsterdam using a brainwave-powered avatar.
Diagnosed two and a half years ago, she used an EEG headset to translate her brain activity into dance movements.
The project called Waves of Will aims to enhance personal expression for people with motor-degenerative diseases.
Olson hopes to inspire others with ALS by emphasizing the power of the mind.

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Breanna Olson, a ballerina diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), performed on stage in Amsterdam using a brainwave-powered avatar.
Diagnosed two and a half years ago, she used an EEG headset to translate her brain activity into dance movements.
The project called Waves of Will aims to enhance personal expression for people with motor-degenerative diseases.
Olson hopes to inspire others with ALS by emphasizing the power of the mind.