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Brain Computer Interface
Brain activity is detected and processed by machine learning algorithms to detect simple commands and or emotional state for individuals, providing new communication opportunities for incapacitated individuals.
Emocon
Emocon is a user-friendly brain-computer interface (BCI) software that provides users with hands-free interaction with a variety of computer applications and external devices using their BCI headset.
Visualizing emotion arousal with holly™
holly™ measures an individual's heart rate and notifies the child and/or caregivers of the user's emotional arousal level.
ScreenPlay - Making Waiting Fun
ScreenPlay is a commercially available inclusive technology that provides interactive media solutions designed for waiting spaces. Screenplay is an evidence-based solution shown to reduce children's waiting anxiety.
Novel Access Switch - The Hummingbird
The Hummingbird is an access technology that converts vocal chord vibrations into binary control signals for augmentative and alternation communication.
Virtual Music Instrument
The Virtual Music Instrument provides children with disabilities the opportunity to create music regardless of their mobility or ability, encourages exploration and offers a channel for emotional expression.
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