Breakthrough Brain Stimulation Device for Epilepsy

EASEE is a minimally invasive device for focal cortical stimulation in epilepsy, using a unique quadrupolar electrode system for tailored high-frequency and DC-like stimulation to prevent seizures.

Subsidie
€ 2.495.836
2023

Projectdetails

Introduction

EASEE stands for epicranial application of stimulation electrodes in epilepsy. It is the first minimally invasive device for focal cortical stimulation.

Device Design

Based on the Laplace electrode (central electrode surrounded by a ring electrode), EASEE features 4 distinct electrodes replacing the outer ring. These electrodes are connected to 4 independent current sources to account for impedance and anatomical variances in the human skull.

Electric Field Characteristics

Still, the characteristic quadrupolar local electric field with high penetration depth is maintained.

Stimulation Pattern

The stimulation pattern is one of a kind. EASEE is equipped for:

  1. High frequency stimulation
  2. DC-like stimulation
  3. Low-frequency stimulation

Depending on the condition to be treated, the stimulation is tailored accordingly.

Application in Epilepsy

In epilepsy, intermittent high-frequency stimulation bursts throughout the day are combined with a 20-minute DC-like stimulation session. The first is meant to terminate upcoming seizures, while the second aims to initiate neuromodulatory processes to down-regulate the overexcitability of the epileptic brain area.

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 2.495.836
Totale projectbegroting€ 3.565.480

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-3-2023
Einddatum28-2-2025
Subsidiejaar2023

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • PRECISIS GMBHpenvoerder

Land(en)

Germany

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