Improving epilepsy diagnosis with advanced electrode technology
Advancing Epilepsy Diagnosis with Flexible, High-Resolution Thin-Film Electrodes
This study is working on new, safer tools to help doctors better understand and diagnose epilepsy, especially for people who have trouble controlling their seizures, by using advanced materials to record brain activity more accurately.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10574479 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative thin-film electrodes to enhance the diagnosis of epilepsy, particularly for patients with uncontrolled focal epilepsy. By utilizing advanced materials and engineering techniques, the project aims to create safer and more effective methods for recording brain activity, which can lead to better localization of seizure foci. This approach seeks to minimize the risks associated with traditional invasive procedures while improving the accuracy of seizure detection. The collaboration involves experts from various fields, including medicine, engineering, and neuroscience, to ensure a comprehensive approach to epilepsy diagnosis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with uncontrolled focal epilepsy who have not responded to standard treatments and may be considering surgical options.
Not a fit: Patients with well-controlled epilepsy or those who do not have focal epilepsy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate epilepsy diagnoses and personalized treatment options, potentially reducing the frequency of seizures for many patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced electrode technologies for brain activity monitoring, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Friedman, Daniel — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Friedman, Daniel
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.