Main project
Low-Intensity Ultrasound Neuromodulation
My main research project focuses on low-intensity ultrasound for neuromodulation, building on my experience in bioelectronics, modeling, and experimental work.
Ultrasound · Bioelectronics · Rehabilitation
PhD in Electrical Engineering · Bioelectronics
Mario Ibrahin
Gutiérrez
My main project is low-intensity ultrasound neuromodulation. I study ultrasound–tissue interactions to inform biomedical technology development. My work combines experiments, computational modeling, and device design.
Explore the research
Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación · Mexico City
01 / About
The person behind
the questions.
Over 20 years exploring ultrasound and its biomedical applications.
I have worked as a researcher at the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación since 2014. My work focuses on ultrasound applications in neurology and ophthalmology, material and tissue characterization, and biomedical device development.
I trained in bioelectronics at CINVESTAV and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California, Riverside, studying cranial implants for ultrasound and laser applications. I also teach finite element modeling at the master’s and doctoral levels.
Education
- 2013–2014Postdoctoral fellowship · Materials, ultrasound, and opticsUniversity of California, Riverside
- 2006–2011PhD in Electrical Engineering · BioelectronicsCINVESTAV
- 2022–2024Master’s degree in CybersecurityUniversidad Internacional de La Rioja
- 2001–2006Bachelor’s degree in Electronics · Automatic controlInstituto Tecnológico de Ciudad Guzmán
02 / Laboratory
Science grows
through teamwork.
Laboratorio de Sistemas Médicos
Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación
I conduct research at the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación in Mexico City. My work includes therapeutic ultrasound devices, in vitro studies of nervous system cells, and modeling of acoustic and optical phenomena.
I collaborate on electroencephalography, brain-computer interfaces, electromyography, and rehabilitation.
My main project is low-intensity ultrasound neuromodulation.
03 / Research
Questions that open new paths.
The research areas and projects that shape my work.
I also contribute to projects in
- Telerehabilitation
- Data analysis
- Artificial intelligence
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation
Biomedical ultrasound
Ultrasound interactions with tissues and cells, with an emphasis on neurological and ophthalmic applications.
Therapeutic ultrasound · In vitro studiesModeling and characterization
Finite element simulation of acoustic, optical, and thermal phenomena; characterization of materials and tissue-mimicking media.
COMSOL · Transducers · ElastographyRehabilitation technology
Device design and signal and image processing, with collaborations on stimulation and brain-computer interfaces.
Bioelectronics · Signals · ImagingPrevious projects
Selected projects from my work in research and technology development.
High-intensity ultrasound in ocular tissues
Studying thermoacoustic effects for therapeutic applications.
Non-invasive early diagnosis
Exploring new approaches to the early diagnosis of chronic and degenerative diseases.
Technology for diabetic foot prediagnosis
Developing an electronic device to support medical assessment.
Hyperglycemia and oxidative stress
Research involving older adults in Mexico City.
04 / Selected publications
Knowledge to share.
My ten most recent articles, ordered by year.
Evaluation of oxidant stress markers in a population involved in a health care program
Food and Chemical Toxicology · 213 · 116099
Read articleAcoustically Transparent Alumina-based Cranial Implants Enhance Ultrasound Transmission Through a Combined Mechano-Acoustic Resonant Effect
Journal of Physics: Materials · 7 · 03LT02
Read preprintProtocol to Induce the Temporary Opening of the Blood–Brain Barrier with Short-Time Focused Ultrasound in Rats
Pharmaceutics · 15 · 2733
Read articleFunctional electrical stimulation therapy controlled by a P300-based brain–computer interface, as a therapeutic alternative for upper limb motor function recovery in chronic post-stroke patients. A non-randomized pilot study
Frontiers in Neurology · 14 · 1221160
Read articleProposal of a Non-Invasive Measurement of Physical Properties of Tissues in Patients with Diabetic Foot: Measurement Experiences in Diagnosed Patients
Applied Sciences · 13 · 2026
Read articleDevices and Technology in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: A Systematic Review
Brain Sciences · 12 · 1218
Read articlePersonalized protocol and scoring scale for functional electrical stimulation of the hand: A pilot feasibility study
Technology and Health Care · 30(1) · 51–63
Read articleLow-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound Effect on MIO-M1 Cell Viability: Setup Validation and Standing Waves Analysis
Applied Sciences · 11 · 271
Read articleWearable Active Electrode for sEMG Monitoring Using Two-Channel Brass Dry Electrodes with Reduced Electronics
Journal of Healthcare Engineering
Read articleNonuniform Bessel-Based Radiation Distributions on a Spherically Curved Boundary for Modeling the Acoustic Field of Focused Ultrasound Transducers
Applied Sciences · 9(5) · 911
Read article05 / Science communication
Science also thrives
in conversation.
A space to bring research to more people through clear ideas and shared questions.
Stories, ideas, and discoveries.
I am preparing this space to share articles, talks, and resources about science and biomedical technology.
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06 / Contact and profiles
Contact and profiles
Get in touch about research and academic collaborations.