Nicola Moccaldi
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About
Nicola Moccaldi is a leading researcher at the intersection of wearable neurotechnology, augmented reality (AR), and human-robot interaction. Their work centers on developing non-invasive Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) that integrate seamlessly with AR systems to enable intuitive, hands-free control of robotic platforms. A major contribution is the creation of a wearable BCI instrument for robot-based rehabilitation, specifically designed to support children with ADHD and autism. By using AR glasses to generate steady-state visual evoked potentials (SSVEPs), Moccaldi’s system allows users to control robots through focused attention, turning cognitive engagement into physical action. This innovative approach has garnered significant attention, with their 2020 paper on wearable BCI for ADHD rehabilitation accumulating 95 citations. Moccaldi has also explored the feasibility of these systems in smart industry settings and, more recently, applied EEG-based stress assessment to robot-assisted surgery, comparing statistical and machine learning methods to evaluate mental workload. Their work consistently pushes the boundaries of how BCIs can be deployed in real-world therapeutic and industrial contexts, making them a key figure in the advancement of wearable neurotechnology.
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