FUTURES: Designing Brain-Computer Interfaces" with Conor Russomanno

Conor Russomanno, Founder & CEO of OpenBCI, explores what neurotechnology reveals about humanity, the ethical considerations of brain-computer interfaces, and the benefits of open-source neuroscience.

Overview

Authors: FUTURES Podcast

Publication Date: 1 September 2023

Link: https://futurespodcast.net/episodes/bonus-conor-russomanno

Keywords: Neurotechnology, BCI, open-source, ethics, neurocience, biometrics, mixed reality, innovation, Galea headset, human mind

Type: Audio/Podcast

Summary

Conor Russomanno, Founder & CEO of OpenBCI, explores what neurotechnology reveals about humanity, the ethical considerations of brain-computer interfaces, and the benefits of open-source neuroscience. Russomanno founded OpenBCI in 2013 to develop ethical brain-computer interfaces. His interest in neuroscience began after experiencing concussions in college football and rugby. While earning an MFA at Parsons, he created DIY brain-sensing headsets and neuro-interactive projects. OpenBCI has since distributed over 40,000 neuroscience tools worldwide, including the award-winning Galea headset, which integrates biometrics with mixed reality.