University of Arizona · Biomedical EngineeringSpinal Cord Rehabilitation Lab
Shang Song · Tucson, Arizona
Research Focus
Dr. Shang Song's research lab at the University of Arizona focuses on understanding and treating spinal cord injuries (SCIs) through innovative neuromodulation techniques. The lab aims to develop personalized treatments that use electrical stimulation to enhance neural circuit plasticity, promote motor recovery, and alleviate pain for individuals suffering from SCIs. The approach is based on training the spinal circuitry to work better, ultimately improving the quality of life for those affected by these injuries.
spinal cord injuryneuromodulationelectric stimulationneural circuit plasticitymotor recoverychronic painpersonalized medicineadaptive plasticityrehabilitation
Research Aims
4AIM 01Develop a neuromodulation device to enhance spinal learning in individuals with spinal cord injuries.
AIM 02Investigate the effect of electrical stimulation on motor recovery in rat models of spinal cord injury.
AIM 03Assess the molecular mechanisms underlying synaptic plasticity in response to neuromodulation.
AIM 04Establish a closed-loop stimulation system to personalize treatment for spinal injury patients.
Skills the Lab Values
electrical stimulationanimal modelsbehavioral assaysmolecular biologysurgical techniquesdata analysissystematic reviewsneurophysiologysoftware programming (e.g., Python)
Output against the department
Publications34bottom 3% of dept.578th of 595
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Citations1.0kbottom 6% of dept.558th of 595
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