Durable Neural Electrodes for Better Epilepsy Treatment
Revolutionizing Brain Monitoring and Stimulation with Thin-Film Neural Electrodes
Tags: Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan, Healthcare & Lifesciences
Researchers at Tokyo Tech have developed flexible thin-film neural electrodes that promise to revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy by being placed directly on brain tissue. These durable electrodes match the mechanical properties of brain tissue, enhancing the performance of electrocorticography (ECoG) recordings and targeted neural stimulation. Their innovative design involves a polystyrene-block-polybutadiene-block-polystyrene (SBS) substrate with conductive wiring fabricated using gold nanoink and an insulating SBS layer. Applications include better diagnostics and therapeutic strategies for neuropsychiatric disorders. The electrodes demonstrated accurate neural response measurements and effective brain stimulation in epilepsy rat models without causing inflammation.
IP Type or Form Factor: Device; Design
TRL: 5 - prototype ready for testing in intended environment
Industry or Tech Area: Medical Devices; Diagnostics & Screening
