ACE Brain Retraction System

Fellow, Center for Innovation in Neuroscience and Technology

 

The ACE Brain Retraction System is a novel brain retractor that replaces the stiff, stainless steel components of previous systems with disposable and pliable, vacuum operated bags. Additionally, the cranial mount has a small footprint in the operating field, a great improvement over current retraction systems.

 

• Worked with a cross-functional team of engineering professors and neurosurgeons

• Developed and prototyped an improved brain retraction device as a member of a small cross-disciplinary team of engineers and neurosurgeons.

• Presented ideas to Stryker Corporation for possible licensing