A platform for advanced brain activity monitoring
A commercialized platform for diversified large-scale chronic electrophysiology
This study is working on a new technology that will help scientists better understand brain activity by creating a special device with many tiny sensors, making it easier to study how the brain works in different animals and situations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Spikegadgets, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10921067 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a commercial platform that enhances the capabilities of multi-electrode arrays (MEAs) used in chronic electrophysiology. By creating a compact 512-channel integrated circuit known as the EChip, the project aims to allow manufacturers to produce MEAs with significantly more electrodes, improving the study of brain activity and behavior. The project will also develop versatile electronics and software to facilitate the use of these advanced MEAs in various experimental settings and species.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals with neurological disorders or conditions that affect brain function.
Not a fit: Patients with acute neurological injuries or those not involved in research settings may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective tools for studying brain function and behavior, potentially improving treatments for neurological conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in enhancing electrophysiological tools, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, UNITED STATES
- Spikegadgets, LLC — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Karlsson, Mattias Peter — Spikegadgets, LLC
- Study coordinator: Karlsson, Mattias Peter
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 below.