Liang G. Neural Interface Engineering 2020

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This book provides a comprehensive reference to major neural interfacing technologies used to transmit signals between the physical world and the nervous system for repairing, restoring and even augmenting body functions. The authors discuss the classic approaches for neural interfacing, the major challenges encountered, and recent, emerging techniques to mitigate these challenges for better chronic performances. Readers will benefit from this book’s unprecedented scope and depth of coverage on the technology of neural interfaces, the most critical component in any type of neural prostheses.
Provides comprehensive coverage of major neural interfacing technologies;Reviews and discusses both classic and latest, emerging topics;Includes classification of technologies to provide an easy grasp of research and trends in the field.
Preface
Electroencephalography
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Based Brain Computer Interfaces
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Intracortical Electrodes
Peripheral Nerve Electrodes
Failure Modes of Implanted Neural Interfaces
Strategies to Improve Neural Electrode Performance
3D Cell Culture Systems for the Development of Neural Interfaces
Conductive Hydrogels for Bioelectronic Interfaces
Biofluid Barrier Materials and Encapsulation Strategies for Flexible, Chronically Stable Neural Interfaces
Regenerative Neural Electrodes
Passive RF Neural Electrodes
Wireless Soft Microfluidics for Chronic In Vivo Neuropharmacology
Gold Nanomaterial-Enabled Optical Neural Stimulation
Nanomaterial-Assisted Acoustic Neural Stimulation
Perspectives for Seamless Integration of Bioelectronic Systems in Neuromedicine
Voltage-Sensitive Fluorescent Proteins for Optical Electrophysiology
Optogenetics
Index