The Wien NeuroEngLab

Lab run by Prof. Dr. Stanisa Raspopovic

Our research

We design and validate advanced mechatronic systems that interface directly with the residual nervous system, enabling bidirectional communication between the body and external devices or therapeutic stimulators. By decoding and modulating the “neuronal language” through targeted electrical stimulation, we aim to restore function and sensation. Our close collaborations with clinical and preclinical partners enable the translation of these technologies into impactful solutions for assistive devices, rehabilitation, and bioelectronic medicine.

Contacts & How to find us

How to find us:
Center for Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering
AKH Vienna, Leitsstelle 4L
Währinger Gürtel 18-20
1090 Vienna, Austria
Phone: +43 (0)1 40400-19830
email: neuroeng@meduniwien.ac.at
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Our mission

We combine innovative technologies and foundational knowledge to restore lost neurological function in individuals with diabetes, spinal cord injury, stroke, or other neurophysiological impairments. Our work is grounded in a deep, computational understanding of how the nervous system interacts with electric fields and is carried out in a highly interdisciplinary environment.

Bioelectronic medicine

Sensorimotor bionics

Digital health

Our partnerships

Our close collaborations with clinical and preclinical partners

Running grants

Our current grants

ERC Consolidator grant “DiabetManager”

Description: The DiabetManager project aims to develop the first fully implantable, closed-loop neuroprosthesis for personalized glucose regulation in diabetes. Unlike current therapies that rely on patient compliance and often cause side effects, our solution uses intelligent vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) to regulate metabolism automatically and adaptively. Our approach integrates advanced AI models, bioelectronic interface design, and experimental validation in both animals and humans. By uncovering the mechanisms of VNS and creating targeted, side-effect-free stimulation protocols, we lay the foundation for a new generation of bioelectronic medicine, transforming diabetes care into a precise, automated process.

ERC Proof of Concept grant “NEURO-SOCK”

Description: NEURO-SOCK is a non-invasive, fully wearable device designed to restore natural sensation in individuals affected by sensory loss due to diabetes, amputation, or neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis. The system integrates soft robotic stimulation with wearable sensors that capture real-time environmental interactions. These signals are processed by AI algorithms that tailor electrical stimulation to target specific nerves, reawakening lost sensations. Successfully tested in 12 patients with diabetic neuropathy, NEURO-SOCK has already demonstrated the ability to restore foot sensation. Current efforts focus on optimizing the device and evaluating its long-term health benefits, including improved skin health, reduced cardiovascular stress, and decreased risk of complications associated with inactivity and neuropathy-related conditions. With no immediate solutions currently available, NEURO-SOCK offers a promising new avenue for rehabilitation and quality-of-life improvement.

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