Improving memory performance using a wearable BCI

Human ability to encode and memorize information fluctuates from moment to moment. Several studies have reported differences in electroencephalography (EEG) signals recorded during memorization of items that were forgotten at a later point of time compared to those that were remembered. Given these observations the question then arises whether or not a wearable BCI system can be designed to identify poorly encoded items. Such a device could be used to provide feedback to the user so as to improve the memory encoding process. This paper reports on an experimental study designed to assess this possibility.