Brain–computer interface
Brain–computer interface
A Brain–computer interface (BCI), also known as a neural-control interface (NCI), mind-machine interface (MMI), direct neural interface (DNI), or brain–machine interface (BMI), is a direct communication pathway between an enhanced or wired brain and an external device.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /breɪn kəmˈpjuːtər ˈɪntəfeɪs/
Etymology
The term "Brain–computer interface" combines the words "brain" (from Old English brægen, of unknown origin), "computer" (from Latin computare meaning "to calculate"), and "interface" (from Medieval Latin interfacies meaning "a space between").
Definition
BCIs are often directed at researching, mapping, assisting, augmenting, or repairing human cognitive or sensory-motor functions. They are used for various purposes such as in medical research and the gaming industry.
Related Terms
- Neuroprosthetics: A branch of neuroscience and biomedical engineering concerned with developing artificial devices to replace or improve the function of an impaired nervous system.
- Electroencephalography (EEG): An electrophysiological monitoring method to record electrical activity of the brain.
- Neurofeedback: A type of biofeedback that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach self-regulation of brain function.
- Neuroplasticity: The ability of neural networks in the brain to change through growth and reorganization.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Brain–computer interface
- Wikipedia's article - Brain–computer interface
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