Using neurophysiological principles to restore motor function - Rehabilitation, device development, general organisation

Summary

Using neurophysiological knowledge of interactions between pathways and the inputs to the central nervous system as the basis we are building systems that are suited to provided individuals with the need for functional assistance the ability to carry out a motor function in absence of visual verification.

Multiple possible projects addressing various substeps or aspects of this project to develop smart affordable mobility aids for global use and reach.
It has aspects that require joint efforts in
1. Social policy conducted with Business school - Dr Jaspersen
2. Computational modelling with the school of biocomputing - Dr de Kamps
3. Developing better and faster algorithms for real-time analysis and feedback - Dr De Kamps, Dr J Kim
4. Development of devices - Dr Steenson; Dr Russell of Radimedtech Ltd;
5. Development of clinical and diagnostic apps - Prof O'Brien of Elaros Ltd
6. Human Robotic interactions - Dr Doggar
7. Examining the causal role of modulatory inputs in both clinical and normal populations

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