Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 2R44NS119134-03A1
A youth-specific helmet for preventing traumatic brain injury
Recipient
Savior Brain Inc.
Award Amount
$2,864,855.00
Ceiling
$2,864,855.00
Awarded
September 20, 2023
Identifier
2R44NS119134-03A1
Development of a youth-specific helmet using SoftShox technology to reduce head impact forces and prevent traumatic brain injuries in youth and adult athletes, including prototype development, manufacturing optimization, and efficacy validation.
Description
The project involves the development of a youth-specific helmet utilizing SoftShox technology, a wearable hydraulic shock absorber designed to significantly reduce head impact forces. The initiative aims to expand SoftShox application across various helmet types, optimize manufacturing for cost-effectiveness, and validate the helmet's efficacy through laboratory testing and computer simulations. The goal is to reduce traumatic brain injuries among youth and adult populations involved in sports.