Welcome to BioNICS
The Biomedical & Neural Integrated Circuits & Systems (BioNICS) Group at IIT Bombay is dedicated to the advancement of integrated circuit (IC) and System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures tailored for neural and brain-computer interface (BCI) applications. Our core mission is the realization of biomedical devices designed to address neurological and mental health disorders, including epilepsy and Parkinson's disease, through the deployment of advanced integrated systems.
Our research is concentrated on the development of high-performance integrated solutions for:
- Advanced Neural Sensing: Pioneering high-density interfaces for precise electrophysiological data.
- Targeted Deep Brain Stimulation: Developing programmable systems for optimized neuromodulation therapies.
- Real-Time On-Chip Classification: Implementing ML-driven neural data analysis & classification for immediate insights.
- Neuromodulation SoCs: Engineering intelligent systems with open and closed-loop feedback.
- Ultra-Low-Power Biomedical ICs: Designing energy-efficient solutions for sustained device performance.
- Secure Neural Data Telemetry: Establishing robust protocols for confidential data transmission.
- High-Resolution Sensor Readouts: Innovating precision interfaces for diverse sensing technologies.
Our group possesses a comprehensive skill set in VLSI design, encompassing:
- Low-Power Analog IC Design: Designing high-precision, low-noise front-ends for sensitive biomedical applications.
- Advanced Power IC Architecture: Implementing energy-efficient solutions for prolonged device operation.
- ML-Driven On-Chip Inference: Developing adaptive machine learning classifiers for real-time neural data analysis.
- Efficient Neural Data Compression: Optimizing algorithms for high-throughput, low-latency data transmission.
- High-Voltage Circuit Innovation: Crafting robust, programmable stimulators and ESD protection for demanding environments.
- Secure Data Protocol Implementation: Integrating cryptographic solutions for confidential biomedical data handling.
We welcome inquiries from prospective graduate students with a strong background in VLSI design and biomedical engineering. We also seek to establish collaborative partnerships with funding agencies and industry stakeholders to advance the development and deployment of our technologies.