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Maimu

A wireless optogenetic device for neural stimulation and inhibition.

Status
In Development
Role
Developer
Context
Laing Lab

Maimu is a low cost, easy to use wireless optogenetic device. With an ultra small footprint and hot-swappable batteries, Maimu eliminates the cost barriers for labs to experiment with wireless optogenetic devices.

Blue (470nm) light, 400 micron fiber, Rechargable coin cell, Ultra small NRF SoC, 20Hz+ blinking.

Maimu CAD rendering
CAD rendering of Maimu: a squat cylindrical housing above a tapered lower body, with a slender probe protruding from the base.