Neural Engineering

Neural engineering applies engineering methods to study neural physiology and to assess, modulate, and restore neural function in order to understand and treat neurological diseases. This research focuses on assessing vision, hearing, and balance; monitoring neural function during surgery; and developing neural interfaces, neuro-prosthetic devices, and rehabilitative strategies to study and restore neural function. It is supported by the Institute for Neural Engineering at the University of Miami, a collaborative effort involving faculty from Biomedical Engineering, the School of Medicine, the College of Arts and Sciences, and other areas across the university. Faculty also work with partners at other universities and in industry. The institute aims to become a center of excellence through collaborative research, shared facilities, coordinated education and training, seminars, workshops, and community-building events.