Improving neural probes for better brain recordings in animals
Optimization of Flexible Neural Probe Arrays for Multi-Region Recordings in Rodents and Nonhuman Primates
This study is working on improving tools that help scientists listen to brain activity in animals like rodents and monkeys for a longer time, so they can better understand how the brain affects behavior and learn more about how it works.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10992156 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the technology used to record neural activity from various brain regions in rodents and nonhuman primates. By optimizing polymer microelectrode arrays, the project aims to achieve high-quality recordings that can last over a year, which is crucial for understanding how brain activity relates to behavior. The study will develop new designs that allow access to deeper brain areas, thereby expanding the potential for neuroscience research and applications. This work is part of the BRAIN Initiative, which seeks to advance our understanding of the brain's functions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with neurological conditions that could be studied using advanced neural recording technologies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in neurological research or do not have conditions that affect brain function may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective methods for studying brain activity, ultimately improving treatments for neurological disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using polymer-based neural interfaces, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in neuroscience.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meng, Ellis — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Meng, Ellis
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.