Prediction of Inefficient BCI Users Based on Cognitive Skills and Personality Traits

Laura J. Hagedorn, Nikki Leeuwis, Maryam Alimardani

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Abstract

BCI inefficiency is one of the major challenges of Motor Imagery Brain-Computer Interfaces (MI-BCI). Past research suggests that certain cognitive skills and personality traits correlate with MI-BCI real-time performance. Other studies have examined sensorimotor rhythm changes (known as μ suppression) as a valuable indicator of successful execution of the motor imagery task. This research aims to combine these insights by investigating whether cognitive factors and personality traits can predict a user’s ability to modulate μ rhythms during a MI-BCI task. Data containing 55 subjects who completed a MI task was employed, and a stepwise linear regression model was implemented to select the most relevant features for μ suppression prediction. The most accurate model was based on: Spatial Ability, Visuospatial Memory, Autonomy, and Vividness of Visual Imagery. Further correlation analyses showed that a novice user’s μ suppression during a MI-BCI task can be predicted based on their visuospatial memory, as measured by the Design Organization Test (DOT).
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationNeural Information Processing - 28th International Conference, ICONIP 2021, Proceedings
EditorsT. Mantoro, M. Lee, M.A. Ayu, K.W. Wong, A.N. Hidayanto
PublisherSpringer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
Pages81-89
ISBN (Print)9783030923099
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2021
Externally publishedYes
Event28th International Conference on Neural Information Processing, ICONIP 2021 - Virtual, Online
Duration: 8 Dec 202112 Dec 2021

Publication series

NameCommunications in Computer and Information Science
ISSN (Print)1865-0929
ISSN (Electronic)1865-0937

Conference

Conference28th International Conference on Neural Information Processing, ICONIP 2021
CityVirtual, Online
Period8/12/2112/12/21

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