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Bionic breast project restores touch and sensibility for mastectomy survivors

Restoring touch and confidence with a revolutionary medical breakthrough

07-Nov-2023

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Dr. Stacy Tessler Lindau from the University of Chicago leads the 'Bionic Breast' project.

This innovative project received $3.99 million from the National Institutes of Health for clinical trials.

It aims to restore sensory feedback post-mastectomy by reconnecting intercostal nerves.

The project draws inspiration from neuroscientist Sliman Bensmaia's work on sensory prosthetic limbs.

Sihong Wang's flexible sensor technology will provide a natural sense of touch.

'Bionic Breast' project addresses a significant gap in women's post-surgery quality of life, emphasising the importance of communication and sexual function.

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National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Medical research agency that supports scientific studies

Sihong Wang

Assistant Professor at University of Chicago, works on biomimetic polymer

Sliman Bensmaia

Neuroscientist and professor at University of Chicago

Stacy Tessler Lindau

Professor and practicing physician at the University of Chicago

The University of Chicago

Public Research university.

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Bionic breast project restores touch and sensibility for mastectomy survivors