Ilke Uguz

Ilke Uguz is an Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on developing ultra-flexible neural interfaces for precise brain-computer communication, with applications in treating neurodegenerative diseases and mapping brain dynamics.

Research utilizes microfabrication techniques to create miniaturized neural implants enabling large-scale electrophysiology recording and stimulation with single-neuron resolution. Additional expertise includes in vivo ion pumps, microfluidics for chemical stimulation, neural imaging, and optogenetics.

Holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from École des Mines de Saint-Étienne and completed postdoctoral research at Columbia University. Teaches Digital Signal Processing and directs research on neural interface technologies.