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Neuroscience technology has long been locked away in research laboratories and in the basements of hospitals. However, recent technological advances have changed this. For instance, it is now possible to measure someone's brain waves with an electroencephalographic system built into a pair of glasses. By combining mathematical analysis with this new technology, Dr. Olav Krigolson has been able to take on a range of projects where he has gone out into the real world to take a peek at what’s going on inside peoples' brains.

Dr. Olav E. Krigolson is one of the world’s top neuroscientists in the field of mobile EEG and recently led a Canadian team on a mission in the HISEAS Mars Habitat. His research uses leading-edge technology to solve real world problems and has been featured on the Discovery Channel and CBC’s Quirks and Quarks. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx