Peripheral Neural Interfaces to Restore Sensory, Motor and Autonomic Functions

Neuroengineering is a novel discipline combining engineering including micro and nanotechnology, electrical and mechanical, and computer science with cellular, molecular, and cognitive neuroscience to increase our basic knowledge of how the nervous system works and to develop systems able to restore functions in people affected by different types of neural disability.<br/>Here we are going to present our recent activities to develop new and more effective peripheral interfaces for different applications. First, we are going to show how a new regenerative interface can allow to re-connect the vagus nerve with cardiac functions. Then, we are going to show how a three-dimensional intraneural interface can be used for recording and stimulation to restore bladder functions. Finally, we are going to show how new epineural interfaces can be developed for bidirectional prosthetic systems.