The projects in this thrust are directed at advancing technology in diverse areas of biomedical sensors and subsystems. Our neural prosthesis testbed is primarily designed to provide devices with applications of interfacing with the nervous system. The projects explore advanced types of microelectrodes used to sense biopotentials and neurochemicals and can be integrated with low-power circuits for signal conditioning and biocompatible packaging, achieving long-lasting fully implantable microsystems.

The impact of the projects, however, extends beyond neurological applications. Our pervasive focus on integrated microsystems is leading to reconfigurable and scalable technologies that are at the leading-edge of biomedical sensors.