Innovations of ICCONS
The Institute for Communicative and Cognitive Neurosciences (ICCONS), based in Kerala, is a pioneer institution for the multidisciplinary management, research, and rehabilitation of cognitive and communicative disorders. Some of its notable innovations are
- Advanced Research Facilities:
- Neuroelectrophysiology lab with facilities for EEG, Video EEG, NCS/EMG AND Evoke Potential
- Audiology & Speech Science lab facilities like Pure Tone & Immittance audiometer, Diagnostic otoacoustic emissions(OAE)Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA), Auditory Steady State Response (ASSR), Distortion Product Otoacoustic Emission (DPOAE), Computerized Speech Science Lab (CSL), Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential (VEMP) etc.
- Genetic lab with 3500 Dx Genetic Analyzer, Ion Torrent Personal Genome Machine and RT-PCR
- Biochemistry lab equipped with various diagnostic equipment like H560 fully automated haematology analyser, Erbachem 5x, Electrolyte analyser and MINI VIDAS
- Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services: ICCONS provides inpatient and outpatient and rehabilitation services, including speech therapy, behavioural training, physiotherapy, and linguistics training.
- Focus on Developmental and Acquired Disabilities: The institute addresses conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, post-stroke syndromes, epilepsy etc.
- Internship & Observership: ICCONS provide opportunities for medical professionals and students providing internship/observership for gaining hands-on experience in disability education and service
- Skill Development Programme: ICCONS, in collaboration with the Kerala Knowledge Economy Mission (KKEM) offers specialized skill development programmes in genetics.
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