Overview
Using fNIR, Archinoetics has developed methods for real-time detection of a user's cognitive state while performing tasks on a computer. Originally developed for the DARPA Augmented Cognition program, the research is demonstrating the ability of our system to improve an operator's ability to multitask by preventing the introduction of tasks that will cause interference.

For example, our collaboration with Boeing worked to improve a soldier's ability to manage the flight missions of multiple unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Lockheed Martin and AFRL also worked on similar research projects that incorporated fNIR into their respective systems.

Physiologic System Interfaces (PSI's)
Current work has expanded the scope of the project to include other physiological signals, such as those from the heart and skin. Such systems are called Physiologic System Interfaces (PSI's). Using PSI's, information about the state of the operator allows the system to adapt to this state for optimal operator performance and reaction.

Cognitive Effort for Reading Onscreen Text
Archinoetics worked with the ClearType Group at Microsoft Research and the University of Virginia to analyze the cognitive effort involved with reading text of varying qualities on a computer screen. Results of this study were published at HCII 2007 and can be found on our publications page.