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March 3, 2021
Non-monotonic kilohertz frequency neural block thresholds arise from amplitude- and frequency-dependent charge imbalance
Non-monotonic kilohertz frequency neural block thresholds arise from amplitude- and frequency-dependent charge imbalance

February 9, 2021
Effects of intravesical prostaglandin E2 on bladder function are preserved in capsaicin-desensitized rats
Results from experiments led by James Hokanson provide new insights into mechanisms of overactive bladder.

January 11, 2021
State-dependent bioelectronic interface to control bladder function
We describe differential bioelectronic control of bladder function, with different parameters to produce continence and emptying

December 30, 2020 | Scientific Sense
Scientific Sense Podcast
Podcast featuring Prof. Warren Grilll with Scientific Sense host Gill Eapen

November 4, 2020
Quantified Morphology of the Cervical and Subdiaphragmatic Vagus Nerves of Human, Pig, and Rat
Quantifying the morphology of the vagus nerve across individuals and species

October 21, 2020
Excitation properties of computational models of unmyelinated peripheral axons
Publication of our NIH SPARC-funded efforts, led by Nikki Pelot, PhD, to implement, reproduce, and then analyze the properties of published models of c-fibers

October 6, 2020
Evoked potentials reveal neural circuits engaged by human deep brain stimulation
We describe the cellular origin and dynamics of local evoked potentials (DLEPs) generated by STN DBS in humans with PD.

August 27, 2020 | Neuromodulation and Bioelectronics w/ Prof. Warren Grill
Neuromodulation and Bioelectronics w/ Prof. Warren Grill Part 2
In part 2 of the interview, Warren describes a neuromodulation theory in layman terms, talks about his work on peripheral nerve stimulation efforts and more

August 26, 2020
Quantitative comparisons of block thresholds and onset responses for charge-balanced kilohertz frequency waveforms
Important new understanding of neve block led by Duke BME Post Doc Edgar Peña and Research Director Nikki Pelot, PhD.

August 25, 2020
A comprehensive model-based framework for optimal design of biomimetic patterns of electrical stimulation for prosthetic sensation
A novel approach to design optimized patterns of intracortical microsimulation for restoration of sensory perception.

August 21, 2020 | SKRAPS
Neuromodulation and Bioelectronics w/ Warren Grill, Part 1
In a podcast with Professor Warren Grill, learn how cars, a failed letter of recommendation, and sailing led him to where he is today

June 15, 2020
Kilohertz waveforms optimized to produce closed-state Na+ channel inactivation eliminate onset response in nerve conduction block
Our latest work using model-based optimization to design waveforms for neural conduction block without the accompanying onset response.

April 27, 2020 | Pratt School of Engineering
Light-Based Deep Brain Stimulation Relieves Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
Fast-acting, light-reactive genetic tools could reveal how deep brain stimulation works

February 16, 2020
In vivo quantification of excitation and kilohertz frequency block of the rat vagus nerve
Our latest publication on stimulation and block of the vagus nerve ...

February 16, 2020
Continuous deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus may not modulate beta bursts in patients with Parkinson’s disease
Publication of our latest work exploring feedback signals for closed-loop deep brain stimulation.

February 16, 2020
Poster Award Winner at the 23rd Annual Meeting of the North American Neuromodulation Society in Las Vegas, NV
Congratulations to Nathan Titus, our Poster Award Winner at the 23rd Annual Meeting of the North American Neuromodulation Society in Las Vegas, NV.

February 16, 2020
Modulation of activity and conduction in single dorsal column axons by kilohertz-frequency spinal cord stimulation
Crosby's paper on the response of dorsal column axons to kilohertz frequency SCS in top 10 most cited papers in Journal of Neurophysiology 2019!

October 16, 2019
Simulation of transcranial magnetic stimulation in head model with morphologically-realistic cortical neurons
Our latest publication modeling the effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)

January 4, 2017 | Pratt School of Engineering
Evolving Deep Brain Stimulation Patterns
New approach saves energy while moving toward personalized treatment for Parkinson’s disease
November 20, 2015 | Duke Research Blog
Deep Brain Stimulation as Treatment for Parkinson’s
Warren Grill was recognized Nov. 2 at the MDB Trent Semans Center for his research and development of deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatments for Parkinson’s di

November 3, 2015 | Duke Clinical and Translational Science Institute
Trying a New Pulse for Pain Relief
CTSA-supported collaboration at Duke explores new spinal cord stimulation message to improve treatment of chronic pain
October 28, 2015
2015 Javits Award Lecture & Reception
Warren Grill, recipient of the 2015 Javits Neuroscience Investigator Award from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
October 21, 2015
Lab Presentations at SFN 2015
Members of the Grill Lab presented 11 different posters at the 45th Annual Meeting of the Society for Neuroscience in Chicago
September 4, 2015
2015 Mathematical Biology REU Program
Video showcasing Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) students working in the Grill lab
August 28, 2015 | Pratt School of Engineering
Duke Engineers and Clinicians Create Medical Devices Together
Duke-Coulter Translational Research Partnership recipients include BME and Neurobiology professor Warren Grill and assistant professor of Surgery Nandan Lad