Doug Weber

Doug Weber is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering and core faculty member of the Neuroscience Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on neural engineering, neuroprosthetics, and bioelectronic medicine, aiming to restore sensory and motor functions through innovative technologies. He leads the NeuroMechatronics Lab and collaborates with industry partners to translate academic research into practical applications.

Education:

• Ph.D., Bioengineering, Arizona State University (2001)
• MS, Bioengineering, Arizona State University (2000)
• BS, Biomedical Engineering, Milwaukee School of Engineering (1994)

Research Interests:

Dr. Weber’s work bridges neuroscience and engineering to develop technologies for spinal cord injury, prosthetics, and chronic pain management. Key areas include spinal cord stimulation, neural interfaces, and wearable devices. His DARPA-funded programs (e.g., HAPTIX, ElectRx) aim to create implantable neurotechnologies for restoring motor/sensory functions and treating inflammatory diseases.

Grants & Collaborations:

• ARPA-H award ($42M) for implantable bioelectric devices
• Meta collaboration on SEMG-based assistive robotics
• Patent portfolio (8 issued patents)

Labs & Teams:

His NeuroMechatronics Lab pioneers devices like the Injectrode and spinal cord stimulation systems. Ongoing projects include closed-loop sensory feedback and robotic mobility aids for paralysis patients.