Project Detail

Center for Excellence in Adaptive Neuro-Biomechatronic Systems

Catalyst: Center for Excellence in Adaptive Neuro-Biomechatronic Systems (CEANS)

Lead: Jung, Ranu
Collaborators: Razdan, Anshuman;Castillo-Chavez, Carlos;Crook, Sharon;Garcia, Antonio; Kuang, Yang;Phillips, Steven;Santello, Marco;Wang, Joseph; Abbas, James
Sponsor: National Science Foundation
Date: 03/01/2005  - 02/28/2006
Web site: http://knet.asu.edu/research/?getObject=asulib:63228

Abstract

Our goal for this Catalyst project is to lay the foundation for a Science of Learning Center that addresses key issues regarding learning in the integration of adaptive biological systems with adaptive engineered systems. In the planning period, we will develop a proposal for a Center that integrates interdisciplinary research and development with educational and outreach programs.

Our research agenda will be at the intersection of molecular biology, neuroscience, mathematics, bioengineering, and rehabilitation. CEANS will draw upon a wide range of expertise to discover the principles that govern activity-dependent learning in living systems, to develop novel approaches to sense dynamic changes in adaptive living systems, and to deliver new adaptive technology for sensorimotor learning. The scope of activities will include experimental biological investigation, design and development of new technology to maximize learning outcomes, the evaluation of the effects of the technology on biological learning processes, and the transfer of these techniques to biomedical industry and clinical practice.