SynthesisFrontiers in human neuroscience2021
Brain-Computer Interfaces for Children With Complex Communication Needs and Limited Mobility: A Systematic Review.
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27 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 59 citations in OpenAlex.
- XR-integrated brain-computer interfaces for augmentative and alternative communication: a systematic review.Frontiers in human neuroscience · 2026Pooled it
- Influence of age, cognitive function, attention, and mental state on the effectiveness of EEG-based brain-computer interface device use: a systematic review.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2025Pooled it
- A systematic review of research on augmentative and alternative communication brain-computer interface systems for individuals with disabilities.Frontiers in human neuroscience · 2022Pooled it
- Engaging Children in Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Development: Utilizing an Interactive iPad Tool to Capture Picture-Based P300-Based BCI Augmentative and Alternative Communication Design Preferences.American journal of speech-language pathology · 2026Article
- Exploration-based feedback for BCI training: a case study with an adolescent with paraplegia.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2026Article
- My Voice Library: Protocol for Developing Audio and Visual Datasets to Enable Personalized Real-Time Communication for People With Dysarthria.JMIR research protocols · 2026Article
- Creating an engaging brain computer interface, electrical stimulation therapy for children with hemiparesis: a pilot study.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2026Article
- Individualized brain-computer interface for people with disabilities: a review.Frontiers in human neuroscience · 2026Review
- Brain-computer interface: an update for the clinicians.Frontiers in human neuroscience · 2026Review
- Current status and future prospects of brain-computer interfaces in the field of neurological disease rehabilitation.Frontiers in rehabilitation sciences · 2026Review
- Intersession Robust Hybrid Brain-Computer Interface: Safe and User-Friendly Approach with LED Activation Mechanism.Micromachines · 2025Article
- Brain-Computer Interfaces for Stroke Motor Rehabilitation.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Assessment of cortical activity, functional connectivity, and neuroplasticity in cerebral palsy using functional near-infrared spectroscopy: A scoping review.Developmental medicine and child neurology · 2025Article
- Large-scale fMRI dataset for the design of motor-based Brain-Computer Interfaces.Scientific data · 2025Article
- Master classes of the tenth international brain-computer interface meeting: showcasing the research of BCI trainees.Journal of neural engineering · 2025Article
- BCI move: exploring pediatric BCI-controlled power mobility.Frontiers in human neuroscience · 2025Article
- Brain-Computer Interfaces for Communication in Patients with Disorders of Consciousness: A Gap Analysis and Scientific Roadmap.Neurocritical care · 2024Review
- Fatigue in children using motor imagery and P300 brain-computer interfaces.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2024Article
- Case report: Novel use of clinical brain-computer interfaces in recreation programming for an autistic adolescent with co-occurring attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.Frontiers in human neuroscience · 2024Article
- Affective Neural Responses Sonified through Labeled Correlation Alignment.Sensors (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
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Abstract
Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) represent a new frontier in the effort to maximize the ability of individuals with profound motor impairments to interact and communicate. While much literature points to BCIs' promise as an alternative access pathway, there have historically been few applications involving children and young adults with severe physical disabilities. As research is emerging in this sphere, this article aims to evaluate the current state of translating BCIs to the pediatric population. A systematic review was conducted using the Scopus, PubMed, and Ovid Medline databases. Studies of children and adolescents that reported BCI performance published in English in peer-reviewed journals between 2008 and May 2020 were included. Twelve publications were identified, providing strong evidence for continued research in pediatric BCIs. Research evidence was generally at multiple case study or exploratory study level, with modest sample sizes. Seven studies focused on BCIs for communication and five on mobility. Articles were categorized and grouped based on type of measurement (i.e., non-invasive and invasive), and the type of brain signal (i.e., sensory evoked potentials or movement-related potentials). Strengths and limitations of studies were identified and used to provide requirements for clinical translation of pediatric BCIs. This systematic review presents the state-of-the-art of pediatric BCIs focused on developing advanced technology to support children and youth with communication disabilities or limited manual ability. Despite a few research studies addressing the application of BCIs for communication and mobility in children, results are encouraging and future works should focus on customizable pediatric access technologies based on brain activity.
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