Vineeth Raghuram

Vineeth Raghuram, Ph.D., is a Research Associate at Massachusetts General Hospital. He recently completed his doctoral studies, graduating with a Ph.D. in 2021 (EG21) from Tufts University.1 During his time at Tufts, Raghuram was involved in significant research in the field of bioelectronics.

Raghuram was the lead author on a paper published in the journal Device, which focused on developing innovative bioelectronic devices using microcoil arrays.1 This research, conducted in Assistant Professor Brian Timko's lab in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Tufts, explored the use of implantable microcoils for precise neuronal activation targeting.

The work Raghuram led has potential applications in various areas of biomedical engineering, including:

1. Prosthetic vision devices
2. Treatment of neurological disorders
3. Treatment of mood disorders
4. Brain-machine interfaces

His research demonstrated the ability to achieve localized activation of cortical neurons and retinal ganglion cells, both of which are crucial in processing visual information.1 This breakthrough could pave the way for advancements in bioelectronic therapies and visual prosthetics.

Raghuram's collaboration with other researchers, including Aditya Datye and Associate Professor Shelly Fried from the Department of Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, highlights his ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of biomedical engineering.1