Prototype medical device for the automatic detection and suppression of epileptic seizures and ex vivo studies in humans [ 2010 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Mark Cook (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Chris Williams ,  Prof Anthony Burkitt ,  Prof David Grayden ,  Prof Peter Blamey

Brief description This project aims to extend on work that The Bionic Ear Institute has been conducting into the termination of seizures using electrical stimulation of the brain. A device will be constructed that is capable of monitoring the electrical activity of the brain via electrodes. If abnormal activity is detected, a therapeutic waveform will be delivered in order to terminate the epileptic event. Such a device would offer new therapeutic options to many sufferers of epilepsy worldwide.

Funding Amount $AUD 419,239.70

Funding Scheme NHMRC Development Grants

Notes Development Grant