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Full neural control of a bionic limb to restore biomimetic gait after amputation

This project focuses on developing and integrating new powered prosthetic limbs, sensor systems, and surgical technologies to restore neura…
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The Sierra Leone Orthotics & Prosthetics Program

We've designed a health system strengthening model  to support and expand the prosthetic and orthotic sector that cares for people wit…
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Neural Control of Upper Extremity Prostheses

Existing upper extremity prosthesis controllers have limited functionality and place high cognitive demands on users, both of which contrib…
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Optogenetic muscle control

Closed-loop neuroprostheses show promise in restoring motion in individuals with neurological conditions. However, conventional activation …
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Design and Clinical Evaluation of a Digital Transtibial Prosthetic Interface

The prosthetic interface consists of a compliant liner and rigid socket, and conventionally has been made through a very hands-on artisinal…
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In the field: improving health equity in prosthetic care

As we work to improve prosthetic care in the US and in countries around the world, we are committed to learning from our most valuable asse…
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Design of a 2-Degree-of-Freedom Powered Ankle-Foot Prosthesis for Rock Climbing

Lower extremity amputation leads to limitations of biological function of individuals, which leads to challenges remaining physically activ…
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Democratizing prosthetic and diabetic care: A resilient model for healthcare delivery

As developers of prosthetic technology, we’re dedicated to understanding the challenges that people with limb loss face, not just after amp…
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Agonist-antagonist Myoneural Interface (AMI)

Humans can accurately sense the position, speed, and torque of their limbs, even with their eyes shut. This sense, known as proprioception,…
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MultiDIC: a MATLAB Toolbox for Multi-View 3D Digital Image Correlation

Three-dimensional Digital Image Correlation (3D-DIC) is a non-contact optical-numerical technique for evaluating the dynamic mechanica…
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Computational Biomechanics

This research track focuses on the use of computational (and experimental) techniques to understand the biomechanical behavior of human tis…
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Personalized Bionics for Dynamic Gait

The design of next-generation bionic ankles and knees aims to improve bionic actuators on all metrics: range of motion, power density, band…
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Mechatronic Systems

Mechanical, electrical, and dynamic control systems recreate biological behavior with synthetic hardware.

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Neural Interfaces

Nerve-Muscle Graft Chamber and micro-channel arrays tor interface to peripheral nerves for prosthesis control. This research effort co…
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Transdermal Optogenetic Peripheral Nerve Stimulation

Optogenetic techniques have recently been applied to peripheral nerves as a scientific tool with the translatable goal…
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Terrain-Adaptive Lower Limb Prosthesis

Although there have been great advances in the control of lower extremity prostheses, transitioning between terrains such as ramps or stair…
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Neural interface technology for advanced prosthetic limbs

Recent advances in artificial limbs have resulted in the provision of powered ankle and knee function for lower extremity amputees and powe…
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Magnetomicrometry: Tissue Tracking via Implanted Magnetic Beads

Amputation, muscle weakness, and nerve damage can make it difficult to perform simple daily tasks. In this project, we are developing a mi…
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Flexible dry electrodes for EMG acquisition within prosthetic sockets

Acquisition of surface electromyography (sEMG) from a person with an amputated lower extremity (LE) during prosthesis-assisted walking rema…