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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Neuroscience
    • Medical Devices

    Background:

    • Neuromodulation is crucial for treating network-level neural disorders.
    • Existing devices often lack modularity and distributed capabilities for comprehensive brain coverage.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce OMNI, a distributed, modular, intelligent, and efficient neuromodulation device.
    • To detail the communication and power distribution network enabling OMNI's unique architecture.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a distributed, modular neuromodulation system (OMNI).
    • Implementation of a 256-channel closed-loop recording and stimulation system.
    • Design of a robust communication and power distribution network for modular integration.

    Main Results:

    • OMNI supports simultaneous recording and stimulation across 256 channels.
    • The device accommodates up to 4 distinct neuromodulation modules in flexible configurations.
    • The communication and power network effectively enables modular and distributed operation.

    Conclusions:

    • OMNI offers a versatile platform for addressing network-level neural disorders.
    • The device's modularity and distributed nature represent a significant advancement in neuromodulation technology.
    • The communication and power infrastructure are key to OMNI's functional capabilities.