GCIC Research

The following are brief examples of some research projects currently under development through GCIC.

Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring

This project is aimed at developing a modular, portable, wireless biometric monitoring device for a variety of modalities.

Directed Stem Cell Homing

This technology is improving cellular based therapies using novel techniques to direct stem cells to the desired proper location.

Electrospinning Biodegradable Nanofibers

The aim of this project is to create vascular constructs using an advanced materials technique known as electrospinning.

Enhanced Tissue Regeneration

This is an early stage development project aimed at improving cardiovascular tissue regeneration through the use of gene inhibition.

Fiber-Optic Cardioscopy

The goal of this study is to develop a new platform for minimally invasive cardiac intervention based on direct visualization of cardiac structures using fiber-optic instrumentation.

Preventative Drug Development

A wide variety of novel drugs are being developed to prevent heart attack, restenosis and vasculitis.

Trans-vascular Neurostimulation

Researchers are developing methods of electrically stimulating the nervous system in order to correct dysfunctions that exist within the cardiovascular system, including heart failure and hypertension.