IEEE ENGINEERING IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY SOCIETY LECTURES – FALL 2026
October 29 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CDT
The IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Chicago Chapter, invites you to join our Fall Seminar!
Spinal Cord Stimulation for Restoration of Movement in Individuals with Neurological Conditions
Join Dr. Kristin Zhao for an exploration of how implanted spinal cord stimulation, paired with rehabilitation, may support functional recovery after spinal cord injury. Drawing on Mayo Clinic research and participant perspectives, this talk will highlight advances in movement and trunk stability, examine how posture affects stimulation, and discuss future directions for improving independence. Learn about the potential, current limitations, and emerging questions guiding this evolving field.
6430 N Kenmore Ave
303/312
Chicago, IL 60626
