Immediate Sponser
NIH
Primary Investigator
Hunter Peckham
Distinguished University Professor
Donnell Institute Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Professor Emeritus, Biomedical Engineering (EBME)
Develops and clinically deploys implantable electronic stimulators to restore movement for patients with paralysis
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116 Wickenden
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Ph.D.,
Biomedical Engineering,
Case Western Reserve University,
1972
M.S.,
Engineering,
Case Institute of Technology,
1968
B.S.,
Mechanical Engineering,
Clarkson College of Technology,
1966
Awards and Recognition
2014, Fellow, National Academy of Inventors
2009, Frank and Dorothy Humel Hovorka Prize, Case Western Reserve University
2002, Member, National Academy of Engineering, National Academy of Engineering
2001, Paul B Magnuson Award, Department of Veterans Affairs
Professional Memberships
Member American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering
Fellow American Spinal Injury Association
Member Biomedical Engineering Society
Member International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society
Jan. 1, 2002 -
PRESENT, Member National Academy of Engineering
Research Thrusts
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This work is focused on restoration of hand and reaching functions for people with cervical level spinal cord injury.