Improving how electrical stimulation affects nerve cells
Engineering the Neuronal Response to Electrical Microstimulation
This study is working on improving tiny devices that help stimulate nerve cells in the brain and nervous system, which could lead to better treatments for neurological conditions, making life easier for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Purdue University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (West Lafayette, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11158389 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the technology used to stimulate nerve cells in the brain and nervous system through advanced microelectrode arrays. By optimizing these devices, the team aims to control neural activity with precision and safety, allowing for better understanding and treatment of neurological conditions. The approach combines engineering, computational modeling, and real-time measurements to develop tools that can be used by researchers in the field. Patients may benefit from improved therapies that utilize these advanced stimulation techniques.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with neurological conditions that could benefit from electrical stimulation therapies.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not involve the nervous system or those who are not candidates for electrical stimulation therapies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for neurological disorders by providing safer and more precise electrical stimulation methods.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using electrical stimulation for neurological applications, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
West Lafayette, United States
- Purdue University — West Lafayette, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Otto, Kevin J. — Purdue University
- Study coordinator: Otto, Kevin J.
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.