Search for dissertations about: "neural interfaces"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 30 swedish dissertations containing the words neural interfaces.
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1. Conjugated Polymers for Neural Interfaces : Prospects, possibilities and future challenges
Abstract : Within the field of neuroprosthetics the possibility to use implanted electrodes for communication with the nervous system is explored. Much effort is put into the material aspects of the electrode implant to increase charge injection capacity, suppress foreign body response and build micro sized electrode arrays allowing close contact with neurons. READ MORE
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2. Silicon neural interfaces -Design and biomedical aspects-
Abstract : This thesis covers the development of a silicon neural interface, with focus on silicon sieve electrode fabrication, design, nerve regeneration, signal recording and biocompatibility. A study of how the via hole size and transparency of the perforated sieve membrane influences the nerve regeneration is presented together with a study on soft tissue responses to planar and porous silicon. READ MORE
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3. Nanowires and Neural interfaces. Biocompatibility in the brain
Abstract : Chronic neural interfaces that are able to record or stimulate neurons in the CNS are valuable instruments in use today and they hold great promise for the future both within neuroscience research and in the clinic. However, a major obstacle is that they show a decline in performance over time. READ MORE
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4. Nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems for neural interfaces - a novel approach for improved biocompatibility
Abstract : The overall purpose of this thesis was to reduce brain tissue responses around implanted microelectrodes using a pharmacological strategy. One of the main aims was to develop and evaluate drug delivery systems that allow local administration of anti-inflammatory pharmaceutics. READ MORE
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5. Nano and Micro Patterned Organic Devices : From Neural Interfaces to Optoelectronic Devices
Abstract : This thesis describes fabrication methods for optoelectronic devices (light emitting diodes (LEDs) and photodiodes) and structures for neural interfacing (neural electrodes and nerve guidance structures) using semiconducting and conducting organic materials as the active elements. Special importance has been attached to the patterning and processing of these devices. READ MORE