Augmented Reality Platform for Deep Brain Stimulation The goal of this project is to create holographic visualization tools and surgical targeting models for clinical Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) that better document the anatomical target(s). These tools will be especially useful for DBS surgical education and research investigation. About This Study Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for the treatment…
Mechanisms of Neuromuscular Junction Formation The long term goal of this study is to understand mechanisms underlying functional recovery from muscle and nerve injuries. About this Study This study will investigate the role of agrin signaling in neuromuscular junction (NMJ) regeneration. Results will provide a better understanding of agrin signaling in NMJ regeneration, a prerequisite…
The Cyclical Lower-extremity Exercise (CYCLE) Trial for Parkinson’s disease The primary aim of this project is to determine if long-term, high intensity aerobic exercise alters disease progression in individuals with Parkinson’s Disease. About This Study Identification of an effective disease-modifying intervention (e.g. pharmaceutical, surgical or behavioral) is an unmet need in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Increasing…
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that leads to shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination. Symptoms usually begin gradually and get worse over time. As the disease progresses, people may have difficulty walking and talking. They may also have mental and behavioral changes, sleep problems, depression, memory difficulties, and fatigue. One clear…
Sleep apnea is a common disorder in which an individual has one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths while he or she sleeps. Breathing pauses can last from a few seconds to minutes, generally occurring 30 or more times an hour. Generally, sleep apnea is a chronic condition which causes disruption to one’s…
Research Goals Within each of the active clinical protocols, real human needs are being addressed to bring research and technology advances into the clinic. Regulatory oversight is addressed through dedicated staff working with the individual investigators. Leading the charge with the research community, the FES Center continues to expand and review these human subject programs…
Brain-computer interfaces today are about where the personal computer was in the early 1980s, said A. Bolu Ajiboye, an associate professor of biomedical engineering at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. In the not-too-distant future, he said, “they’re going to get exponentially better.”
CLEVELAND — Aasef Shaikh, MD, PhD, grew up in India as the son of two ENT surgeons, which he credits for his early interest in understanding the system that helps humans keep their balance. After finishing medical school, he immigrated to the United States to pursue a PhD in neuroscience, where his fascination with human balance only grew.
Fundamental Studies Overview Fundamental studies develop hypotheses which are used as the foundation for applied science. Nerve Block for Pain Molecular Mechanisms of Neuromuscular Junction Tools for Deep Brain Stimulation Understanding Ganglion Organization Implanted Blood Pressure Sensor Novel STN Patterns – Parkinson’s Disease