A new device for repairing damaged nerves without stitches
Official title: Commercialization Readiness for Nerve Tape: a nerve repair coaptation aid
Funded at Biocircuit Technologies, INC. · NIH-11255208 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new device called Nerve Tape®, which helps doctors quickly and easily fix damaged nerves without stitches, making it a great option for people dealing with nerve injuries that can cause pain or paralysis.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Biocircuit Technologies, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 22, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $245,368 |
| NIH project number | 5SB1NS137879-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11255208 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced nerve injuries that require surgical repair.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with nerve injuries that are not amenable to surgical repair or those who do not require surgical intervention may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on the development and commercialization of Nerve Tape®, a device designed for sutureless nerve repair. Nerve injuries can lead to significant issues such as paralysis and chronic pain, and traditional repair methods are complex and time-consuming. Nerve Tape offers a simpler alternative by using microscale hooks to securely hold the ends of a severed nerve together, allowing for easier application and potentially better repair outcomes. The research involves validating the device with new materials and preparing for regulatory approval to ensure it can be safely used in clinical settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more efficient and effective method for nerve repair, reducing recovery time and improving outcomes for patients with nerve injuries.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of using a sutureless device for nerve repair is innovative, similar technologies have shown promise in preliminary studies, indicating potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Biocircuit Technologies, INC.
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clements, Isaac Perry — Biocircuit Technologies, INC.
- Study coordinator: Clements, Isaac Perry
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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.