The CortiCom study
In the Corticom study (started end 2023) we want to investigate a new means of communication based on brain signals. We want to know if participants can control a speech computer with the brain signals that arise when they attempt
to make different hand movements or attempt to produce specific words.
For this, we use the CortiCom system. The CortiCom system measures the brain signals with a silicone sheet with measuring-electrodes. This sheet is placed under the skull, on the surface of the brain. The sheet is connected to a
computer through a connector piece on the head. This computer runs spelling software that is controlled through the brain signals.
We strive for participants to be able to test and use the CortiCom system independently at home.
This study is a collaboration with the Johns Hopkins University, based in the United States. The study is financed by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH NINDS).
A participant in the CortiCom study has measuring-electrodes placed on the brain. These measured brain signals are sent to the connector placed on the head, and from there to a computer. On the screen the participant is watching, a spelling program is visible.
The measure-electrodes are placed on the brain, on the area that controls movements.
The measure-electrodes are connectedwd with a connector, which is placed on top of the head.