MICROMACHINED STIMULATING ELECTRODES NIH GUIDE, Volume 24, Number 1, January 13, 1995 RFP AVAILABLE: NIH-NINDS-95-10 P.T. 34 Keywords: Prosthetic Device, Neural Neural Stimulation Biomaterials 0740027 National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke The Neural Prosthesis Program of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), has a requirement for developing safe and effective methods of selective electrical stimulation of the nervous system for restoration of function in neurologically impaired individuals. Many potential neural prostheses, require electrodes that are small enough to permit small clusters of neurons to be independently stimulated. This project involves research and development on thin-film microelectrodes capable of stimulating such small numbers of cells. Specifically, these microelectrodes will be designed to provide intracortical microstimulation at multiple sites in the visual cortex for visual prostheses and in the spinal cord for future bladder, sexual function, and motor prostheses. Expertise in materials science, micromachining, integrated circuit design, and bioengineering will be needed to perform this research. No animal or human testing is required. The proposed research project will include: (1) developing a thin-film electrical insulating layer and a compatible thin-film conductor material for making low-resistance electrically conductive traces on stimulating probes; (2) designing passive, thin-film stimulating microelectrode arrays suitable for stimulation in the CNS; (3) designing and fabricating biocompatible, implantable probes that include active electronic multiplexing and stimulus driving circuitry for the purpose of reducing the number of interconnecting leads on a probe; and (4) designing and fabricating a 3 dimensional array of at least 8 probes, each with 16 shanks. It is anticipated that one award will made for a period of 38 months. Award is anticipated for September 1995. INQUIRIES This is not a Request for Proposals (RFP). The RFP will be issued on or about January 19, 1995 with proposals due on or about March 20, 1995. All responsible sources may submit a proposal that will be considered by the agency. To receive a copy of the RFP, submit a written request along with two self-addressed mailing labels to: Contracting Officer Division of Extramural Activities National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 7550 Wisconsin Avenue, Room 901 - MSC 9190 Bethesda, MD 20892 ATTN: RFP No. NIH-NINDS-95-10 .
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