Help improve a prototype of an AAC-Brain Computer Interface (BCI)!

 

The University of Pittsburgh and the University of Michigan along with an industry partner are investigating the usability and effectiveness of an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device with BCI access.  We are seeking individuals to participate by viewing a 15 minute video about the research study on using BCI access with an AAC system and answering an online survey that will take you 20-30 minutes to complete.

 

YOU MAY HAVE A UNIQUE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL SET THAT COULD HELP US TO IMPROVE AAC-BCI TECHNOLOGY IF YOU ARE:

 

•             You are 18-years or older

•             You are a speech language pathologist who provides AAC services, an occupational therapist or physical therapist who works with people who use AAC, and assistive technology specialist or rehabilitation engineer who works with AAC speakers, an AAC speaker, a person with ALS or a family member of someone with ALS, a neurologist who works with patients with motor neuron disorders.

•             You are willing to watch a 15 minute video about the research AAC-BCI prototype and complete an online survey about the design, features, usability and services to support an individuals who may benefit from an AAC system with BCI access.  

•             You have access to a computer with an internet connection.

 

Please contact us by sending an email to xxxxxx@pitt.edu  with the subject: Interested in AAC-BCI survey.  You will be forwarded a code to enter the survey's website when we receive and review your email confirmation.  Persons completing the survey qualify to participate in a drawing for an iPad.  Please complete the survey by May 4^th.

 

Thank you for your interest and we are looking forward to hearing from you. 

 

 

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Jane E. Huggins, Ph.D.;  xxxxxx@umich.edu

 

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the one that heralds new discoveries, is not

'Eureka!' (I've found it!), but 'That's

funny...'."  -- Isaac Asimov