Electrokinetic confinement of neurite growth for dynamically configurable neural networks
US9605254B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2535/00
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Systems and methods for altering neurite growth are generally described. In some embodiments, a system may include a neuron comprising a neurite and electrodes able to generate a physical guidance cue. The physical guidance cue may be used to alter the growth of the neurite and may be temporally and spatially dynamic, such that neurite growth may be altered in a spatial and/or temporal manner. Dynamic control of neurite growth may be used to form directional neural connections, intersections, and/or overlaps.
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