Controlling seizures using electric fields
Seizure control by electric field control
This study is exploring a new way to help people with epilepsy by using special technology to change the electric fields in the brain, aiming to stop seizures before they start, especially for those who haven't found relief with regular medications.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Case Western Reserve University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10918142 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to prevent seizures in patients with epilepsy by manipulating the electric fields in the brain. The team aims to develop a technology that can control the propagation of seizures before they occur, using advanced techniques like in-vitro electrophysiology, neural imaging, and computer modeling. By understanding how electric fields influence neuron behavior, the researchers hope to create a system that can effectively stop seizures from starting. This innovative method could provide an alternative for patients who do not respond to traditional anti-epileptic medications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with epilepsy, particularly those who experience seizures that do not respond to conventional anti-epileptic drugs.
Not a fit: Patients with well-controlled seizures or those who do not have epilepsy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could offer a groundbreaking treatment option for patients with epilepsy who suffer from drug-resistant seizures.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using electric fields to control seizures is innovative, similar techniques in neurotechnology have shown promise in other areas of epilepsy treatment.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Case Western Reserve University — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Durand, Dominique M — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Durand, Dominique M
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.