Neuroimplants are tenchnical systems, which connect to nerve cells in order to query necessary information and restore body functions. Since they usually consist of a flexible carrier film (with the necessary electronics), they require a mechanically flexible and hermetically sealed protective layer. So far, such an encapsulation layer, which would prove to be stable in the human body over a long period of time, could not be realized.

The aim of this project is to develop a hermetically sealed encapsulation of mechanically flexible neuroimplants with a lifespan of at least 20 years. FEM simulations are also to be used to investigate possible failure mechanisms in order to optimize the choice of encapsulation techniques and materials.

Funding:

This project is a cooperation between the TU Hamburg (MST) and the University of Bremen (IMSAS) and is funded by the DFG.

Contact:

Konstanze Schober, Schabnam Noghabai