Project Background
The long-term objective of the brain interface project is to create a multi-position, brain-controlled switch that is activated by brain signals measured directly from the scalp of an individual. We believe 
that such a switch will allow an individual with a severe disability to have effective control of devices such as assistive appliances, computers, and neural prostheses, leading to a dramatically improved quality of life and reduce social costs.
The Neil Squire Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Technology
The technology the has developed to date is based on methods to detect user-generated patterns in the user’s EEG (brain signals) related to imagined movements. This research is being pursued in three streams:
- Development of new brain interface technology
- Evaluation of BCI technology across different use populations and under varying conditions
- Theoretical modeling
Dr. , Executive Director of the and Adjunct Professor at the , has spent the last 15 years working with a team of researchers to develop such a direct brain-to-machine interface. The team is currently evaluating the usability of their current BCI design and continuing to improve their technology
This project has been made possible by support from:
- (CIHR)
- (NSERC)
- Rick Hansen Neurotrauma Initiative (RHNI-BC)
- National Science Society
- (ICORD)