Long title of research paper
Alleviation of hand deficits using ipsilateral forelimb motor cortex stimulation in spinal cord injured rats
Popularized title of research paper
Boosting the brain: a new hope for restoring hand movement after spinal cord injury
Short presentation
My name is Alireza Aminian, and I am a second-year PhD candidate in Biomedical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, under the supervision of Marco Bonizzato. My research focuses on restoring hand function after spinal cord injury by using targeted electrical stimulation of the brain. By identifying and activating preserved neural pathways in the ipsilateral motor cortex, I aim to develop a neuroprosthetic approach to help individuals regain hand movement and improve their quality of life.
What was your method for explaining your thesis in 3 minutes?
I will start by illustrating the problem and its impact on patients’ daily lives. Then, I will discuss the limitations of current treatments before introducing my proposed solution. I will compare its potential benefits to existing methods and conclude with a compelling take-home message.
How was your research topic inspired?
My research is driven by a deep desire to help those in pain. I have personally met individuals with spinal cord injuries, and hearing about their daily struggles has been heartbreaking.
If you had to dedicate your research to someone from the past, present, or future, who would it be and why?
I would dedicate my research to the incredible individuals I have met who live with the daily challenges of spinal cord injury. Their courage and perseverance continue to inspire me, and I hope my work can contribute to improving their lives.
3 keywords to define your research work
Restore hand movement, spinal cord injury, electrical stimulation of brain
