Past Discoveries Through Industry/Commercialization Partnerships Fellows

Arash Mahnan, Ph.D.

Daniel Chantigian

Adam Choe

Akshay Gupte, M.D.

Anne Huntemer-Silveira

Claire Kaiser

Ian Ramsay, Ph.D.

Sina Shirinpour, Ph.D.

Department of Biomedical Engineering
[email protected]

Mentors: Alexander Opitz, Ph.D. & Ziad Nahas, M.D.

Project: Development of a software module for the optimization of focal electrically-administered seizure therapy (FEAST)

Dr. Shirinpour's research project aims to develop a software-based system to optimize electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) according to a precision-medicine approach and will be collaborating with industry partner, MECTA Corporation. Electroconvulsive therapy remains the primary treatment option for drug-resistant depression. Success in optimizing ECT to only target specific brain regions and use the minimal required energy can significantly improve treatment outcomes, reduce potential side effects, and thus quality of life for thousands of Minnesotans.

Past Discoveries Through Industry/Commercialization Partnerships Fellows

+ Arash Mahnan, Ph.D.

+ Daniel Chantigian

+ Adam Choe

+ Akshay Gupte, M.D.

+ Anne Huntemer-Silveira

+ Claire Kaiser

+ Ian Ramsay, Ph.D.

+ Sina Shirinpour, Ph.D.

+ Zixi Zhao, Ph.D.