Cephal Corps couples an articulated robotic arm with a graphical user interface and 3D mapping software to guide general surgeons in the placement of external ventricular drains. Neurosurgeons insert EVDs to relieve fluid build-up under the skull that can increase pressure on the brain. EVD placement is a delicate and precise procedure that is often delayed when no neurosurgeon is available, especially in remote and rural areas.
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- Most Outstanding Graduate Student Intern Finalist 2022 – Raina Monaghan
- Most Outstanding Undergraduate Student Intern Finalist 2022 – Ben Avila
- Most Outstanding Undergraduate Intern 2019 – Derek Meyer
- Most Competent and Collaborative team Finalist 2018 – State Farm Econometrics Modeling Team
- Most Outstanding Graduate Finalist 2017 – Fikriyah Winata
- Best Technological Innovation 2016 – Anna Madison