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Advanced Engineering Principles in Neuromodulation: Next-Generation SCS and DBS Technologies

Details

Date
Thursday, January 21, 2027
Time
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Session type
Pre-Conference Session
Track
Neural Engineering
Schedule
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About

This course provides a deep dive into the advanced engineering behind next-generation spinal cord stimulation (SCS) and deep brain stimulation (DBS) technologies. The morning session spotlights academic leaders sharing foundational concepts critical to innovation in neuromodulation, covering topics such as implantable pulse generator design, electrode technology, novel stimulation paradigms, neural sensing, clinical testing strategies, and the integration of artificial intelligence. During the afternoon, you'll gain insider perspectives from engineers at top companies, as they present cutting-edge technologies recently launched or in active development. This unique structure bridges theory and application, empowering attendees with unparalleled insight into both the scientific fundamentals and real-world breakthroughs propelling neuromodulation forward. Each session features a dedicated faculty Q&A, offering direct engagement with experts. The course is tailored for a broad audience: neural engineers, clinicians, industry professionals, and researchers invested in advancing neuromodulation therapies. Attendees will explore the intricate engineering challenges of modern devices, discover emerging solutions and technologies, and understand how academic and industry innovators are shaping the future of patient care. Focused on the most relevant technological advancements and ongoing innovations, this course delivers practical knowledge that can immediately inform clinical decision-making, inspire new research directions, and support technology development in neuromodulation.

Presenters

  • Scott F. Lempka, PhD

    Scott F. Lempka, PhD

    Associate Professor

    University of Michigan · Ann Arbor, Michigan

    Scott F. Lempka, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI, USA) with a secondary appointment in the Department of Anesthesiology. Dr. Lempka is the Principal Investigator of the Neuromodulation Laboratory and the Director of Neuromodulation in the Chronic Pain and Fatigue Research Center. Dr. Lempka is also currently a Visiting Fellow in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford (Oxford, England). His research group utilizes engineering approaches, such as computational modeling, to study the mechanisms of action of clinical neuromodulation therapies for chronic pain management and other neurological disorders.

  • Marom Bikson, Professor

    CCNY · New York, New York

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