A new device for repairing injured nerves without stitches
Official title: Line extension and expanded preclinical evidence for Nerve Tape, a sutureless nerve repair coaptation device
Funded at Biocircuit Technologies, INC. · NIH-10921921 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new product called Nerve Tape®, which is a special wrap that helps doctors quickly and easily fix injured nerves without stitches, aiming to improve recovery for patients dealing with nerve injuries like paralysis or pain.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Biocircuit Technologies, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 17, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,188,158 |
| NIH project number | 2R44NS097113-06A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10921921 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have sustained nerve injuries, particularly those affecting small digital, facial, or branched motor nerves.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with nerve injuries that are not suitable for the application of Nerve Tape or those who have already undergone other forms of nerve repair may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the development of Nerve Tape®, a biologic wrap designed for the sutureless repair of injured nerves. The device features integrated microhooks that allow for easy alignment and secure holding of severed nerve ends, making the repair process simpler and faster compared to traditional microsuture techniques. The project aims to gather important preclinical data and expand the size range of the device to accommodate various types of nerve injuries, ultimately promoting its adoption in clinical settings. Patients with nerve injuries often experience paralysis, sensory loss, and chronic pain, and this innovative approach seeks to improve their treatment outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more efficient and reliable method for repairing nerve injuries, potentially leading to better recovery outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: While the concept of sutureless nerve repair is innovative, similar approaches have shown promise in preclinical settings, indicating potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Biocircuit Technologies, INC.
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clement, Ryan S — Biocircuit Technologies, INC.
- Study coordinator: Clement, Ryan S
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.