SP -- METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR NON-INVASIVE ENDOSCOPIC FEEDBACK FOR LEARNING OF VOLUNTARY CONTROL OF PHYSIOLOGICAL FUNCTIONING (VISCEREAL) The purpose of this notice is to inform potential participants of an upcoming NASA technology forum. NASA Langley Research Center s Crew/Vehicle Integration Branch has developed a method and system for non-invasive endoscopic feedback for learning of voluntary control of physiological functioning (VISCEREAL) (LAR 15396-1P). This virtual reality system renders physiological information in such a way as to accurately represent, in real time and on-line, the functioning on the physiological sources in both appearance and action. It renders physiological information obtained from skin surface sensors. This technology is a tool that facilitates learning of voluntary physiological function control (biofeedback training). The VISCEREAL prototype uses skin surface measurements of blood flow to control a virtual reality anatomical display. Biofeedback training of peripheral blood flow is employed in the treatment of disorders such as migraine headache, Raynaud's phenomenon, and other chronic pain syndromes. This device also has application to the video entertainment industry. This notice announces NASA s desire to enter into a licensing agreement (or joint research and development agreement) with the private sector to commercialize existing proprietary technology. Accordingly, a technical briefing will be held December 15-16, 1999 in Norfolk, VA at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Langley researchers will be on hand to discuss the technology and demonstrate its operating characteristics. The technology will be made available to the participant(s) in accordance with NASA s Patent Licensing Regulations. Interested manufacturers should submit an expression of interest and a statement of qualification, including: technical experience and competence in biofeedback training methods and apparatuses and related technologies, related manufacturing capabilities, previous experience in commercializing similar products, marketing skills (i.e., resources and ability to reach targeted markets); and the financial condition of thefirm. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by NASA; nor will NASA pay for the information solicited. Respondents will not automatically be notified of the results of the evaluation, but those deemed fully qualified will be considered in any resulting solicitation for the requirement. This is not an announcement of an Request For Proposals. Expressions of interest should be submitted by December 1, 1999. Requests for additional technical information should be directed to Dr. Alan Pope at 757-864-6642. All licensing questions should be directed to David T. Shannon at 757-864-1937. In responding reference ___________. WEB: Click here for the latest information about this notice, http://nais.msfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/EPS/bizops.cgi?gr=D&;pin=23#WorkShop- 1. E-MAIL: David T. Shannon, d.t.shannon@larc.nasa.gov. Posted 11/19/99 (D-SN402345).

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