Dr. Leigh Hochberg

Biography

Leigh R. Hochberg is a university professor at Brown University, affiliated with the Department of Engineering and the Carney Institute for Brain Science. His research is primarily focused on developing strategies to restore communication, mobility, and independence for individuals affected by paralysis and limb loss. His lab, the Laboratory for Restorative Neurotechnology, is known for its work on the BrainGate2 Neural Interface System, which aims to better understand human intracortical neurophysiology and the planning and production of voluntary movements. Hochberg has been significantly engaged in stroke neuro-recovery research. His clinical interests encompass stroke neurocritical care and translational neuroscience with a focus on brain-computer interfaces and neurotechnology. Throughout his career, Hochberg has authored numerous influential research papers and has received several prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to the field, including the American Federation for Clinical Research Award and the Herbert Pardes Award for Excellence in Clinical Research. He actively collaborates with experts across various related fields, promoting interdisciplinary advancements in neuroscience and engineering.

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