Project Grant 2129817

The National Science Foundation awarded a $649,130 project grant under the Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) to the Regents of the University of Michigan for the period of September 1, 2021 through August 31, 2023. The grant funds the STIMOTE project to develop an ultrasmall, modular neurophotonic stimulator. Under the award, the University of Michigan will design and fabricate a stimulator device integrating optical and CMOS layers. The University of Delaware will provide support for the optical layer through semiconductor modeling, obtaining epitaxial materials, fabricating optical devices, and measuring their electrical and optical response. Both universities will collaborate on integrating the layers and meet weekly to discuss the project. The subaward to the University of Delaware will also support documentation for NSF reporting requirements. The Engineering program seeks to improve life and economic strength through engineering innovation and education.