Creating a wearable magnetoencephalography device for children
Developing and Assessing Wearable MEG for Children
['FUNDING_R21'] · MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL · NIH-11034443
This study is working on a new, comfy helmet that uses special technology to help find where seizures come from in kids with epilepsy, making it easier for doctors to decide on the best treatment options.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11034443 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new type of magnetoencephalography (MEG) device specifically designed for children with epilepsy. The project aims to create a wearable MEG system that can accommodate the varying head sizes of children and minimize movement artifacts during testing. By optimizing the design of the device, the researchers hope to improve the accuracy of locating the source of epileptic seizures in pediatric patients, which is crucial for determining appropriate surgical interventions. The study will involve designing age-appropriate helmets that can be comfortably worn by children, enhancing the feasibility of MEG technology in pediatric epilepsy care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0 to 21 years who have drug-resistant epilepsy and may require surgical intervention.
Not a fit: Patients with epilepsy that is well-controlled by medication or those outside the age range of 0 to 21 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnosis and treatment options for children with drug-resistant epilepsy.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of MEG technology in adults has shown success, this specific application for children is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JAS, MAINAK — MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: JAS, MAINAK
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.