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Using a brain-computer interface

Demonstrating a brain-computer interface at work.

Dr Mahnaz Arvaneh is developing a brain-computer interface (BCI) which uses electroencephalography (EEG) technology to read brain signals and convert them into actions on a computer screen.

In this video, Mahnaz demonstrates her system, using the Emotiv EPOC+, an EEG headset which measures brain signals.

Discussion

What challenges do you think we could face when working with mind-controlled systems like this? Why might it be difficult?
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