Using fNIRS brain sensing in realistic HCI settings

• DOI: 10.1145/1622176.1622207
• Publication Date: 2009-10-06T18:23:22Z
• Authors: Erin Treacy Solovey; Audrey Girouard; Krysta Chauncey; Leanne M. Hirshfield; Angelo Sassaroli; Feng Zheng; Sergio Fantini; Robert J.K. Jacob
• Keywords: Functional near-infrared spectroscopy

Because functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) eases many of the restrictions other brain sensors, it has potential to open up new possibilities for HCI research. From our experience using fNIRS technology HCI, we identify several considerations and provide guidelines in realistic laboratory settings. We empirically examine whether typical human behavior (e.g. head facial movement) or computer interaction keyboard mouse usage) interfere with measurement fNIRS. Based on results study, establish which physical behaviors inherent usage accurate sensing cognitive state information, can be corrected data analysis, are acceptable. With these findings, hope facilitate further adoption