Summary
A dancer named Breanna Olson, who has ALS, used brainwave technology to control a digital avatar that performed on stage. This technology allowed her to express herself through dance again despite her condition.
Key Facts
- Breanna Olson, a dancer with ALS, used brainwave technology to perform through an avatar.
- ALS, also called MND, is a disease that weakens muscles and affects important functions like speech and breathing.
- The performance took place in Amsterdam at the OBA Theatre.
- Breanna used an EEG headset to capture brain signals linked to dance movements.
- The EEG headset was developed by Japanese tech firm Dentsu Labs with data company NTT.
- This technology forms part of efforts to help people with disabilities regain forms of personal expression.
- Researchers say the project, called Waves of Will, aims to make brainwave tech more accessible.
- The technology could also potentially be used for devices like wheelchairs.
