Measuring attention to improve Brain Computer Interfaces

Investigating Brain-Computer Interface for Wheelchair Control

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18 years - 100 years
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Brief description of study.

This experiment could potentially contribute to the creation of a power wheelchair operated using a brain-computer interface.  This would enable patients who cannot operate a wheelchair with a joystick to navigate with high accuracy.

Detailed description of study

Participants will participate in two study sessions.  Session one will involve performing a simple computer task while physiological data is recorded.  In the second session, the participant will test the accuracy of the BCI system based on data from the participant's first session.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Healthy
  • Age: 18 years - 100 years
  • Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria

Be a native English speaker.

Exclusion Criteria

Taking medications for cardiac conditions or blood pressure regulation

Those with pacemakers

Those with epilepsy

Those who have had a concussion within the past month.

Have ever been hospitalized for a head injury

Have recently (within the past twelve months) been hospitalized for a major surgery

Those prone to urticaria (hives) are discouraged from participating, as hypoallergenic sensors could still cause skin irritation/an allergic reaction.

Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1902395558

This study investigates the use of a brain-computer interface (BCI) to control a power wheelchair. A BCI is a system that allows the brain to communicate with external devices, which can be helpful for people who cannot use a joystick to operate a wheelchair.

Participants will take part in two sessions. In the first session, they will perform a simple computer task while their physiological data is recorded. In the second session, they will test the accuracy of the BCI system using the data collected from the first session.

  • Who can participate: Participants must be native English speakers. They should not be taking medications for cardiac conditions or blood pressure regulation. Exclusion criteria include having a pacemaker, epilepsy, or a recent concussion. Those who have been hospitalized for a head injury or major surgery in the past year, or who are prone to hives, should not participate.
  • Study details: Participants will engage in computer tasks and test a brain-computer interface system in two sessions. A placebo is not involved in this study.
  • Study Visits: The study requires 2 visits.

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