Neurotechnology Interfaces and Signal Analysis

Neurotechnology, Interfaces and Signal analysis

Dates and venue:

02.11.15-19.01.16, two hours per week, Mehring Lab, Bernstein Center Freiburg, Hansastr. 9a, Room 00018

This lecture will cover the following topics:

·         Brain-machine interfaces (BMIs) for movement control and communication

·         Theory of BMI decoders

·         Recording methods and electrodes for BMIs.

·         Read-out of non-motor functions from brain activity

·         Brain prostheses

·         Transcranial, intracortical and deep brain stimulation

·         Sensory neuroprostheses

Credits and requirements:

• 1.5 ECTS
• regular attendance (100%), active participation in discussions and self-guided study;