A compact robot for safer brain surgery
Official title: SCH: Versatile and Compact Telerobot with Haptic Feedback and Physics-Informed Simulation for Safety Enhanced Neurovascular Interventions
Funded at North Carolina State University Raleigh · NIH-11063398 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a small robot that helps doctors perform brain surgeries for strokes more safely and easily, so they can treat patients better while staying away from harmful radiation.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Carolina State University Raleigh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project start | September 17, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $294,729 |
| NIH project number | 1R01NS141171-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11063398 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients experiencing ischemic or hemorrhagic strokes who may require minimally invasive endovascular procedures.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-neurovascular conditions or those who do not require surgical intervention for stroke may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a small, versatile robot designed to assist in neurovascular interventions, such as treating strokes caused by blood clots or ruptured arteries. The robot aims to enhance precision and safety during procedures by allowing surgeons to operate from a distance, reducing their exposure to harmful X-ray radiation. It addresses key challenges in current robotic systems, including lengthy procedure times and the steep learning curve for clinicians. By improving the usability and effectiveness of robotic assistance in surgeries, this project seeks to make these life-saving interventions more accessible and safer for patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more efficient treatments for stroke patients, potentially reducing mortality and chronic disability.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using robotic systems for surgical interventions, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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North Carolina State University Raleigh
Raleigh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Su, Hao — North Carolina State University Raleigh
- Study coordinator: Su, Hao
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.