What Rogue Research does

Rogue Research Inc. is a Montreal-based, privately held designer and manufacturer of image-guided neuronavigation and non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) systems for the neuroscience research market, founded in 2000. The company's flagship Brainsight Navigator — the first commercially available image-based TMS neuronavigator — is used in over 1,500 laboratories worldwide for transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), focused ultrasound (fUS), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), and veterinary neurosurgery applications. The proprietary curvilinear reconstruction method developed by Rogue Research has become an industry-standard technique in TMS neuronavigation, while the newer Elevate TMS device, based on controllable pulse parameter (cTMS) technology, offers researchers variable pulse shapes and directionality control unavailable in traditional TMS architectures.

The product platform has expanded to include the Brainsight NIBS Robot for automated robotic positioning with real-time head motion correction, the Brainsight Vet Microsurgical Robot achieving sub-200 µm accuracy via stereo computer vision, the VBS implantable deep brain stimulator for animal models, custom NHP MRI coils, and a suite of accessories (TMS chairs, mobile workstations, surgical tools, fNIRS caps). The software stack supports macOS exclusively, integrates with third-party systems (SimNIBS, BabelBrain, NDI Polaris, Axilum Robotics, NEURO PRAX EEG), and has incorporated a TCP/IP network server for programmatic external control.

Rogue Research generates revenue primarily through capital hardware sales of neuronavigation systems, TMS devices, robotic positioners, and accessories, supplemented by Brainsight software licensing with serial-number activation. Distribution is hybrid: direct sales from Montreal (Canada) and Cambridge, MA (USA) cover North America, while exclusive channel partners (BRAINBOX Inc. worldwide, Jali Medical in USA, Symbiotic Devices in Australia/NZ, Miyuki Giken in Japan, Takashima Seisakusho for MRI coils) handle international territories. The company is led by President Roch Comeau, operates without external venture or private equity funding, and targets academic neuroscience researchers, clinical research institutions, and veterinary surgeons as its primary customer segments.

Name

Rogue Research

Legal name

Rogue Research Inc.

Website

https://rogue-research.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rogue Research is a Montreal-based, privately held manufacturer of image-guided neuronavigation and non-invasive brain stimulation systems, including the Brainsight Navigator (used in 1,500+ labs worldwide) and Elevate TMS (cTMS), serving academic neuroscience researchers, clinical research institutions, and veterinary surgeons globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Neuroscience Research Equipment / Neuronavigation Systems

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro primary industry

Implantable Neuromodulation & Neurostimulation (SCS/DBS/VNS/PNS) (HLAHAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Neurological Monitoring (EEG, Seizure/Sleep/Neuro Wearables) (HLAHACAE)

Keywords

• Neuronavigation systems
• Transcranial magnetic stimulation
• Brain stimulation robots
• Veterinary neurosurgery
• Neuroscience research tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Cambridge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hardware Systems (Brainsight Navigator): Sale of complete neuronavigation systems including software, position sensors (Polaris), computers, interface boxes, and accessories. Systems support TMS, fNIRS, and veterinary applications.
2. Elevate TMS Devices (cTMS): Sale of controllable pulse parameter TMS devices with integrated EMG. Currently approved by Health Canada for cortical stimulation; research/investigational use only in other jurisdictions.
3. NIBS Robotic Positioners: Sale of custom-designed robotic arms for automated TMS/fUS positioning, integrated with Brainsight navigation.
4. Veterinary Microsurgical Robots: High-precision robotic systems for veterinary neurosurgery including stereo cameras, surgical tools, and software packages.
5. MRI Coils and Implants: Custom and Takashima Seisakusho NHP RF coils for 3T and 7T MRI scanners; MRI-compatible implants including ceramic screws and fiducial markers.
6. Software Licenses and Support: Brainsight software licensing with serial number activation. Includes firmware updates and user manual access. Software runs on macOS with regular version updates (currently at 2.5.13).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Rogue Research designs and manufactures image-guided neuronavigation systems and non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) devices used by neuroscience, neurology, and psychiatric researchers. Its flagship Brainsight Navigator enables precise placement of TMS coils, focused ultrasound, and fNIRS optodes, and is complemented by the Elevate TMS device (cTMS technology), the Brainsight NIBS Robot, and a veterinary microsurgical robot for sub-200 micron image-guided neurosurgery on small animals.

Product overview

Rogue Research develops a comprehensive neuroscience research platform centered on the Brainsight Navigator system, which has been deployed in over 1500 laboratories worldwide. The flagship Brainsight Navigator provides image-guided neuronavigation for TMS, focused ultrasound, and fNIRS research, and serves as the foundation for specialized variants including Brainsight Vet for veterinary neurosurgery and Brainsight NIRS for functional near-infrared spectroscopy. The Elevate TMS device, based on controllable pulse parameter (cTMS) technology, offers researchers unprecedented control over pulse parameters including pulse width, waveform, and directionality. Supporting hardware includes the Brainsight NIBS Robot for automated positioning, the Brainsight Vet Microsurgical Robot for high-precision veterinary procedures, mobile workstations, specialized chairs, custom MRI coils, and surgical tools. The company also provides software modules for EEG integration, EMG recording, and compatibility with third-party simulation tools like SimNIBS and BabelBrain.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Brainsight: Image-guided neuronavigation system for TMS, fUS, fNIRS, and veterinary neurosurgery, used in 1500+ laboratories worldwide.
• Elevate TMS
• Brainsight NIBS Robot
• Brainsight Vet Robot

Products and services

• Brainsight Navigator Image-guided neuronavigation system for TMS placement, transcranial focused ultrasound (fUS), and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). Used by neuroscience researchers to precisely target stimulation based on subject-specific MRI, with motion correction and standardized targeting workflows. Used in 1,500+ laboratories worldwide.
• Elevate TMS (cTMS) Next-generation transcranial magnetic stimulation device based on controllable pulse parameter (cTMS) technology. Provides variable pulse shapes (monophasic, biphasic, polyphasic, staircase, asymmetric) with M-ratio directionality control, variable pulse widths up to 385 μsec, and integrated EMG recording. Approved by Health Canada for cortical stimulation; for research/investigational use in other jurisdictions.
• Brainsight Vet Neuronavigation system adapted for veterinary applications, bringing frameless stereotaxy advantages to neuroscience research and veterinarian clinics via fiducial marker technology. Supports neurosurgery planning, biopsy guidance, chamber placement for electrophysiology, and deep brain stimulation in animals.
• Brainsight NIBS Robot Custom-designed robotic arm for non-invasive brain stimulation. Features a subject-centric 90-degree arc design that partially surrounds the head and is physically constrained to the sphere surface around the subject. Includes spring suspension for comfort, real-time head motion correction integrated with the Brainsight navigator, and grid optimization for target placement.
• Brainsight Vet Microsurgical Robot High-precision microsurgical robot for image-guided neurosurgery in small animals (mice, rats, marmosets). Uses computer vision, stereo imaging cameras, and a 6-axis robot arm to achieve precision of at least 200 μm at the target site in the brain.
• VBS (Veterinary Brain Stimulator) Implantable, battery-powered deep brain stimulator for epilepsy treatment in dogs and other animal models. Uses a Bluetooth interface with adjustable stimulation parameters, providing chronic neuromodulation in veterinary research subjects.
• Brainsight NIRS Functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) neuronavigation module supporting optode placement based on MR images, cap management, optode location digitization, and integration with fNIRS acquisition systems. Pairs with NIRS Software for fNIRS montage management and mapping to MNI or subject-specific MRI space.

Quantifiable outcome

• Precision of at least 200μm at target site in brain for veterinary microsurgical robot
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• BRAINBOX Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive worldwide distributor for Brainsight TMS, Elevate TMS, and NIRS for human neuroscience. BRAINBOX also organizes scientific meetings and technical workshops, providing Rogue Research significant market reach in the academic neuroscience community.
• Jali Medical Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS-based distributor for Brainsight TMS and Elevate TMS with 30+ years experience in non-invasive brain stimulation equipment. Provides sales and support services to US research institutions.
• Symbiotic Devices Inc.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorResponsible for Brainsight sales and support covering Australia and New Zealand territories. Offers comprehensive neuroscience solutions including EEG, neuromodulation, and neuronavigation.
• Miyuki Giken Co.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor15-year reseller partnership for all Brainsight family products in Japan. Provides local sales expertise and support for Japanese neuroscience research institutions.
• Northern Digital Inc. (NDI)coreTechnology or IntegrationSupplier of Polaris position sensors (Vicra, Lyra, Vega) used in Brainsight neuronavigation systems. Polaris optical tracking is fundamental to the navigation accuracy of the Brainsight platform.
• Takashima Seisakusho Co.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRogue Research serves as international distributor for Takashima Seisakusho NHP RF coils for 3T and 7T Siemens MRI scanners. Provides comprehensive coil solutions integrated with Rogue Research testing chairs.
• Apple Inc.coreTechnology or IntegrationBrainsight software runs exclusively on Apple Mac computers. Mobile workstation includes Mac mini with 27" 5K monitor. Deep integration with macOS platform and ongoing compatibility testing across OS versions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Blackrock Microsystems: Blackrock Microsystems develops neural recording and stimulation tools for BCI and neuroscience research; serves overlapping academic neuroscience customers though its core focus on invasive neural interfaces differs from Rogue Research's non-invasive approach.

Direct peers

• Magstim: Magstim manufactures transcranial magnetic stimulation devices and stimulation coils widely used in research and clinical settings; a direct competitor to Elevate TMS in the TMS hardware market.
• Brain Products GmbH: Brain Products is a leading manufacturer of EEG/ERP research solutions that integrates with TMS neuronavigation workflows; competes for the same neuroscience lab budgets as Brainsight.
• Nexstim: Nexstim develops TMS systems integrated with MRI-based neuronavigation for both depression treatment and neurosurgery planning — directly competing with Brainsight + Elevate TMS in navigated TMS workflows.
• MagVenture: MagVenture develops MagPro TMS systems used across clinical and research applications, including FDA-cleared depression therapy devices; competes head-to-head with Rogue Research's TMS offering.
• Axilum Robotics: Axilum Robotics builds TMS-specific robotic positioning systems (TMS-Robot, TMS-Cobot) that integrate with neuronavigation platforms — both a partner to and competitor with Rogue Research's NIBS Robot.
• ANT Neuro: ANT Neuro provides EEG, MEG, and TMS-EEG neuronavigation solutions, including the visor2 TMS navigation system — a direct competitor to Brainsight in image-guided TMS research.
• Soterix Medical: Soterix Medical develops non-invasive brain stimulation technologies including tDCS, tACS, HD-tDCS, and TMS devices, overlapping with Rogue Research's non-invasive brain stimulation portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Northern Digital Inc. (NDI): NDI supplies the Polaris optical tracking systems that form the foundation of Brainsight navigation; while primarily an upstream supplier and technology partner, NDI also markets standalone measurement and tracking solutions adjacent to neuronavigation.
• neuroConn: neuroConn (now part of neurocare Group) manufactures DC-STIMULATOR, MR-compatible neurostimulation devices, and TMS equipment, overlapping with Rogue Research's brain stimulation portfolio across research and clinical applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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