Using brain-computer interfaces to identify color vision issues in Parkinson's disease patients

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What this research studies

This research investigates how brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) can be used to detect color vision deficiencies (CVDs) in individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD). The study aims to develop a new assessment method that is more sensitive and reliable than current approaches, which often fail to accommodate the cognitive and motor challenges faced by PD patients. By identifying CVDs early, the research hopes to provide insights into the prodromal stages of PD, potentially leading to earlier diagnosis and intervention. Participants will undergo BCI-based assessments to evaluate their color vision capabilities.

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Where this research is happening

• Albany Research Institute, INC.
  Albany, United States Active

Researchers

• Principal investigator: Norton, James John Stanley — Albany Research Institute, INC.
• Study coordinator: Norton, James John Stanley

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