Short Course Description
Electronic devices for neural applications are currently used in a variety of fields ranging from basic research, testing of toxicity of materials, brain-machine interfaces to neural implants such as cochlear implants and deep brain stimulation. A number of implants are in the development stages towards human use. In recent decades, electrical engineers have been one of the most dominant engines in the design and development of these devices.
The aim of the course is to expose the students to the field, to review the scientific principles in the design of neural devices and to understand how they work, as well as to review the critical principles in their development into an application.
The course will deal with the following topics:
Basic principles in bioelectronics, brain cells, muscle cells. Engineering principles in recording and in electrical measurement of electrical activity of cells, engineering principles in electrical operation of cells. Electrical models of bioelectronic devices. Noise sources and factors affecting signal strength. Main applications of bioelectronics (implants and skin devices). Device manufacturing methods.
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