Jun 08
BGU’s Brain Science Launches into Space
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Dr. Oren Shriki currently serves as the head of the Department of Cognitive and Brain Sciences at Ben-Gurion University (BGU). Dr. Shriki’s research uses mathematical analyses of brain activity and a wide range of machine learning algorithms to develop novel diagnostic tools for neurological and psychiatric disorders. The lab also develops computational models of neuronal networks to gain insights into how changes in neural dynamics lead to brain disorders, as well as focuses on brain-computer interfaces (BCI) and neurofeedback.
In 2018, Dr. Shriki established the neurotech student community at BGU, which later grew into a nationwide student community called “Brainstorm,” featuring a wide range of related activities. He also established the Gordon S. Cohen NeuroTech Hub, a physical space with state-of-the-art equipment, where students can work on neurotechnology projects. Among the activities at the hub is the unique BCI4ALS course, where student teams develop brain-computer interfaces tailored to the needs of individual patients with ALS. During the past year, Dr. Shriki founded NeuroHelp, a startup company that develops a novel wearable system for epileptic seizure prediction. Additionally, Dr. Shriki’s lab will be involved in the ‘Rakia’ mission, where Israeli astronaut Eytan Stibbe will spend eight days on board the International Space Station. The lab will use a novel EEG system to record and analyze the brain activity of Eytan and fellow astronauts, demonstrating the feasibility of monitoring astronauts’ neuro-wellness during long-term space travel.
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