The Donders AI for Neurotech Lab is working on the development of the next generation of AI-driven neurotechnologies. The lab is a collaboration between the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Radboud University, Phosphoenix, Advanced Bionics, Oneplanet Research Center and Abbott.
The aim of the AI for Neurotech lab is to develop machine learning solutions for brain reading and writing that restore sensory and cognitive function (vision in the blind, audition in the deaf, seizure suppression in epilepsy, as well as communication and control in the paralyzed). AI techniques are combined with neural implants to restore these functions. The researchers already have prototype solutions in place as well access to patient populations with these implants.
The motivation behind the lab is the apparent need for improving the quality of available neurotech solutions and in turn improving the life of patients who rely on neurotech solutions to overcome or ease their disabilities. Recent developments in multiple different disciplines are offering a prospect of large strides in neurotechnology. The AI solutions of this lab will open up important new areas of business and be of major importance to existing neurotech companies.
The Donders Neurotech Lab will be hosted in the newly built Maria Montessoribuilding which hosts Nijmegen’s AI department.
