University of Arizona · Biomedical EngineeringRomero-Ortega Neuroprosthetics Lab
Mario Ignacio Romero-Ortega · Tucson, Arizona
Research Focus
Dr. Mario Ignacio Romero-Ortega's lab at the University of Arizona focuses on developing advanced interfaces for improving sensory and motor control in prosthetic limbs for amputees. Their research aims to create tiny, highly selective electrode arrays that can better connect to the nerves in residual limbs, allowing for more intuitive control and natural sensations from robotic prosthetics. This work could significantly enhance the quality of life for people using prosthetic limbs.
prostheticsneural interfacesregenerative medicineelectrodesmotor controlsensory feedbackbiomedical engineeringamputation
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop regenerative multi-electrode interfaces to improve sensory feedback in prosthetics.
AIM 02Create ultra-thin electrode arrays for selective nerve interfacing.
AIM 03Demonstrate the ability to evoke naturalistic sensory perceptions through neural interfaces.
Skills the Lab Values
microelectrode array fabricationelectrochemical testingmechanical testinganimal modelsneural stimulationsurgical techniqueshistologyimmunohistochemistrydata analysis