Bicurra is developing a taVNS platform for research, clinical, and consumer use.
A patent application has been filed for the underlying taVNS technology.
A working device has been built and tested with a custom earpiece for targeted stimulation of the cymba concha region.
Preparing for an IRB-approved clinical study to evaluate device performance and safety.
A regulated medical device for clinical use under healthcare professional supervision.
A consumer wellness device backed by clinical investigation, for personal use.
Our goal is to develop both a clinical/medical device and a consumer wellness device, informed by the same research and development process.
Designed for clinical use under healthcare professional supervision. This path involves regulatory clearance, clinical trials, and compliance with medical device standards.
A personal wellness device informed by the clinical research and technology developed for the medical version.
The development of Bicurra's taVNS technology is informed by the broader body of published research on transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation.
For a detailed overview, see About the Vagus Nerve.