Everyday Mind Control

The noninvasive BCI developed by He and colleagues. Photo: Carnegie Mellon University and Bin He.

Brain–computer interface (BCI) technology holds promise for providing functional support systems for people with neurological disorders and other disabilities. In experimental laboratory settings, BCIs have allowed patients to communicate with researchers and control external devices—all by simply imagining the actions of different body parts.

Now, a new and improved non-invasive BCI holds promise - for enriching the lives of disabled patients and maybe beyond. The inventor of the device envisions a future in which everyone can use BCIs as assistive devices, much like smartphones.

Read my article at IEEE Pulse: A Step Closer to Mind Control for Everyday Life.