Developing advanced brain probes for studying brain functions in animals
Administrative Supplement for ASIC design project
['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] · NEURAL DYNAMICS TECHNOLOGIES INC. · NIH-10844225
This study is working on special tiny devices that can be placed in animals' brains to help scientists learn more about how different parts of the brain work, which could lead to better treatments for brain disorders.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEURAL DYNAMICS TECHNOLOGIES INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEWTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10844225 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating customizable, high-density probes that can be implanted in animals to study brain functions. The probes will have integrated capabilities for light delivery and electrical stimulation, allowing researchers to conduct closed-loop experiments. These experiments will help understand the roles of different brain regions and neuron types in both head-fixed and freely moving animals. The project aims to develop a compact device that can be used for chronic experimentation, enhancing our understanding of neurological disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are animals used in neurological studies, particularly those with conditions affecting brain function.
Not a fit: Patients with non-neurological conditions or those not involved in animal studies will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding and treating various brain disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using similar closed-loop systems for studying brain functions, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
NEWTON, UNITED STATES
- NEURAL DYNAMICS TECHNOLOGIES INC. — NEWTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VAN WELIE, INGRID — NEURAL DYNAMICS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
- Study coordinator: VAN WELIE, INGRID
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.
Conditions: Brain Diseases, Brain Disorders, Encephalon Diseases, Intracranial CNS Disorders, Intracranial Central Nervous System Disorders