The
aim
of
the
study
was
to
validate
a
methodology
for
professional
pilots'
neurophysiological
assessment
improve
training
program
tailoring
and
management.
In
particular,
focused
on
quantifying
(i)
mental
workload,
(ii)
stress
level
(iii)
cooperation
degree
between
two
members
crews.
Two
groups
pilots
were
involved
in
experiments:
Experienced
Unexperienced.
Additionally,
Instructor
responsible
provide
subjective
evaluation
about
states
cooperation.
During
entire
flight
simulations,
brain
activity
acquired
through
Electroencephalography
(EEG).
results
demonstrated
that
it
is
possible
quantify
operators'
while
dealing
with
simulations
under
realistic
settings.
Pilots'
workload
behavioral
levels
resulted
be
positively
significantly
correlated
corresponding
measurements
(all
R
>
0.6,
all
p
<
0.05),
observed
higher
(p
0.05)
than
Although
are
preliminary,
they
show
how
capability
tasks
will
instructors
additional
objective
information.
this
information
would
allow
sessions
based
crew's
behavior.
Brain Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(2), P. 240 - 240
Published: Jan. 31, 2023
EEG
signals
are
interpreted,
analyzed
and
classified
by
many
researchers
for
use
in
brain-computer
interfaces.
Although
there
different
signal
acquisition
methods,
one
of
the
most
interesting
is
motor
imagery
signals.
Many
processing
machine
learning
deep
models
have
been
developed
classification
Among
these,
Convolutional
Neural
Network
generally
achieve
better
results
than
other
models.
Because
size
shape
data
important
training
discovering
right
relationships,
designed
experimented
with
input
structures.
However,
no
study
has
found
literature
evaluating
effect
shapes
on
model
performance
accuracy.
In
this
study,
effects
accuracy
were
investigated,
which
had
not
specifically
studied
before.
addition,
preprocessing
take
a
long
time
before
classification,
used;
rather,
two
CNN
using
raw
data.
Two
datasets,
BCI
Competition
IV
2A
2B,
used
processes.
For
shapes,
53.03-89.29%
2-23
s
epoch
obtained
dataset,
64.84-84.94%
4-10
2B
dataset.
This
showed
that
significant
performance,
when
correct
selected
architecture
developed,
feature
extraction
can
be
done
well
without
any
preprocessing.
IEEE Access,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12, P. 53454 - 53474
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
systematic
review
provides
a
comprehensive
analysis
of
studies
that
use
electroencephalography
(EEG)
and
functional
near-infrared
spectroscopy
(fNIRS)
to
investigate
how
acute
stress
affects
decision-making
processes.
The
primary
goal
this
was
examine
the
influence
on
decision
making
in
challenging
or
stressful
situations.
Furthermore,
we
aimed
identify
specific
brain
regions
affected
by
explore
feature
extraction
classification
methods
employed
enhance
detection
under
pressure.
Five
academic
databases
were
carefully
searched
27
papers
satisfied
inclusion
criteria
found.
Overall,
results
indicate
potential
utility
EEG
fNIRS
as
techniques
for
identifying
during
gaining
knowledge
about
mechanisms
underlying
reactions.
However,
varied
these
small
sample
sizes
highlight
need
additional
develop
more
standardized
approaches
effects
tasks.
implications
findings
development
induction
technology
process
are
also
explained.
Brain Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(6), P. 570 - 570
Published: June 3, 2024
Background:
Despite
substantial
progress
in
investigating
its
psychophysical
complexity,
tinnitus
remains
a
scientific
and
clinical
enigma.
The
present
study,
through
an
ecological
multidisciplinary
approach,
aims
to
identify
associations
between
electroencephalographic
(EEG)
psycho-audiological
variables.
Methods:
EEG
beta
activity,
often
related
stress
anxiety,
was
acquired
from
12
patients
(TIN
group)
7
controls
(CONT
during
audio
cognitive
task
at
rest.
We
also
investigated
psychological
(SCL-90-R;
STAI-Y;
BFI-10)
audiological
(THI;
TQ12-I;
Hyperacusis)
variables
using
non-parametric
statistics
assess
differences
relationships
within
groups.
Results:
In
the
TIN
group,
frontal
activity
positively
correlated
with
hyperacusis,
parietal
trait
anxiety;
latter
is
associated
depression
CONT.
Significant
paranoid
ideation
openness
were
found
Conclusions:
connection
anxiety
trait,
fronto-parietal
cortices
hyperacusis
provides
insights
into
brain
functioning
patients,
offering
quantitative
descriptions
for
clinicians
new
treatment
hypotheses.
Frontiers in Neuroergonomics,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
4
Published: Feb. 23, 2023
Aviation
remains
one
of
the
safest
modes
transportation.
However,
an
inappropriate
response
to
unexpected
event
can
lead
flight
incidents
and
accidents.
Among
several
contributory
factors,
startle
surprise,
which
or
exacerbate
pilot's
state
stress,
are
often
cited.
Unlike
has
been
subject
much
study
in
context
driving
piloting,
studies
on
surprise
less
numerous
these
concepts
sometimes
used
interchangeably.
Thus,
definitions
startle,
reviewed,
related
differences
put
evidence.
Furthermore,
it
is
proposed
distinguish
notions
evaluation
add
physiological
measures
subjective
their
study.
Indeed,
Landman's
theoretical
model
makes
possible
show
links
between
using
parameters
that
they
would
make
disentangle
aviation.
Finally,
we
draw
some
perspectives
set
up
further
focusing
specifically
measurement.
Behavioural Brain Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
471, P. 115120 - 115120
Published: June 20, 2024
Improved
pass
accuracy
is
a
prominent
determinant
of
success
in
football.
It
demands
an
effective
interaction
complex
behavioral
and
cortical
dynamics.
Exploring
differences
the
ability
to
sustain
accurate
behavior
stable
setting
associated
dynamics
at
different
expertise
levels
may
provide
insight
into
skilled
strategies
contributing
superior
The
aim
this
study
compare
trial-to-trial
variability
biomechanics
corresponding
during
short-distance
passes
between
novices
experienced
football
players.
Thirty
participants
(15
novices,
15
players)
performed
90
passes.
intertrial
(foot
acceleration,
range
hip
flexion,
knee
flexion
foot
rotation)
was
assessed
by
means
multiscale
entropy.
task-related
were
analyzed
via
source-derived
event-related
spectral
perturbations.
Experienced
players
demonstrated
higher
overall
lower
entropy
values
across
multiple
time
scales
which
significant
for
flexion.
electroencephalography
data
revealed
group
parieto-occipital
alpha
desynchronization
frontal
theta
synchronization
successive
phases
current
findings
suggest
that
show
recruit
retain
promoting
accuracy,
whereas
explorative
with
spatial
variability.
This
difference
be
distinctive
visuospatial
attentional
acquired
Our
provides
expertise-specific
basis
its
prospective
investigation
enriched
contexts.
Ergonomics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
67(12), P. 1993 - 2008
Published: June 20, 2024
Situation
awareness
(SA)
is
important
in
many
demanding
tasks
(e.g.
driving).
Assessing
SA
during
training
can
indicate
whether
someone
ready
to
perform
the
real
world.
typically
assessed
by
interrupting
task
ask
questions
about
situation
or
asking
after
completion,
assessing
only
momentary
SA.
An
objective
and
continuous
means
of
detecting
needed.
We
examined
neurophysiological
sensors
are
useful
objectively
measure
Level
3
(projection
events
into
future)
a
driving
task.
measured
speed
at
which
participants
responded
accuracy
responses.
For
EEG,
beta
theta
power
were
most
sensitive
response
time.
fNIRS,
oxygenated
haemoglobin
(HbO)
was
accuracy.
This
first
evidence
our
knowledge
that
measures
for
an
ecologically
valid
Brain Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(4), P. 635 - 635
Published: April 7, 2023
Art
experience
is
not
solely
the
observation
of
artistic
objects,
but
great
relevance
also
placed
on
environment
in
which
art
takes
place,
often
museums
and
galleries.
Interestingly,
last
few
years,
introduction
some
forms
virtual
reality
(VR)
museum
contexts
has
been
increasing.
This
solicited
enormous
research
interest
investigating
any
eventual
differences
between
looking
at
same
artifact
either
a
real
context
(e.g.
museum)
VR.
To
address
such
target,
neuroaesthetic
study
was
performed
electroencephalography
(EEG)
autonomic
signals
(heart
rate
skin
conductance)
were
recorded
during
Etruscan
"Sarcophagus
Spouses",
both
VR
reproduction.
Results
from
EEG
analysis
showed
higher
level
Workload
Index
compared
to
(p
=
0.04),
while
Approach-Withdrawal
highlighted
increased
levels
0.03).
Concerning
indices,
elicited
Emotional
response
than
Overall,
preliminary
results
suggest
engagement
potential
VR,
although
could
favour
embodiment
museum.
Crystals,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
12(11), P. 1526 - 1526
Published: Oct. 27, 2022
Objective:
To
fabricate
a
lightweight,
breathable,
comfortable,
and
able
to
contour
the
curvilinear
body
shape,
electrodes
built
on
flexible
substrate
are
significant
growth
in
wearable
health
monitoring.
This
research
aims
create
GNP/FE
electrode-based
EEG
signal
acquisition
system
that
is
both
efficient
inexpensive.
Methodology:
Three
distinct
electrode
concentrations
were
developed
for
acquisition,
three
(1.5:1.5,
2:1,
3:0).
The
high
strength-to-weight
ratio
form
tribofilm
fabrication
of
will
provide
good
efficiency.
first
subjected
wavelet
transform,
which
serves
as
preliminary
analysis.
use
biopotential
signals
systems
biofeedback
or
control
commands
expected
substantially
impact
point-of-care
monitoring
systems,
rehabilitation
devices,
human–computer/machine
interfaces
(HCI/HMI),
brain–computer
(BCIs).
graphene
oxide
(GO),
glycerol
(GL),
polyvinyl
alcohol
(PVA)
GO/GL/PVA
plastic
measured
compared
commercially
available
using
biopic
equipment.
was
detect
satisfactorily
after
being
used
two
months,
demonstrating
conductivity
lower
noise
than
commercial
electrode.
nanocomposite
mixture
put
into
mold
soon
it
ready
then
rapidly
chilled.
Results:
quality
an
acquired
could
be
several
ways
including
by
its
error
percentage,
correlation
coefficient,
signal-to-noise
(SNR).
fabricated
yield
detection
ranged
from
0.81
kPa−1
%
34.90
kPa−1%.
performance
estimated
up
response
54
ms.
Linear
heating
at
rate
40
°C
per
minute
implemented
sample
ranges
0
240
°C.
During
testing
analysis,
obtained
low
impedance
with
when
conventional
wet
type
Conclusions:
A
large
database
frequently
all
simulated
MATLAB
code.
Through
experiment,
required
data
collected,
checked
against
other
signals,
proven
they
accurate
representations
intended
database.
Evidence
suggests
nanoplatelets
(GNP)
hematite
(FE2O3)
polyvinylidene
fluoride
(PVDF)
GNP/FE2O3@PVDF
3:0
concentration
yielded
best
outcomes.
Intelligent Computing,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
3
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
systematic
literature
review
comprehensively
assesses
the
measurement
and
quantification
of
decisional
stress
using
a
model-based,
theory-driven
approach.
It
adopts
dual-mechanism
model
capturing
both
System
1
2
thinking.
Mental
stress,
influenced
by
factors
such
as
workload,
affect,
skills,
knowledge,
correlates
with
mental
effort.
aims
to
address
3
research
questions:
(a)
What
constitutes
an
effective
experiment
protocol
for
measuring
physiological
responses
related
stresses?
(b)
How
can
signals
triggered
be
measured?
(c)
stresses
quantified
features?
We
developed
search
syntax
inclusion/exclusion
criteria
based
on
model.
The
we
conducted
in
databases
(Web
Science,
Scopus,
PubMed)
resulted
83
papers
published
between
1990
September
2023.
synthesis
focuses
design,
measurement,
quantification,
addressing
questions.
emphasizes
historical
context,
recent
advancements,
identified
knowledge
gaps,
potential
future
trends.
Insights
into
markers,
techniques,
proposed
analyses,
machine-learning
approaches
are
provided.
Methodological
aspects,
including
participant
selection,
stressor
configuration,
choosing
devices,
critically
examined.
comprehensive
describes
practical
implications
decision-making
practitioners
offers
insights
research.