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Using a customized Brite during diving - a blogpost interview with Triton Systems, Inc.
As it is portable, customizable and easy to use, fNIRS can be applied to measure brain activity in various and unusual applications. In this blogpost, we interview Triton Systems, Inc., who modified the Brite to make it waterproof and use it to get insights on brain oxygenation during deep water diving. They explain challenges they faced during modification, and give insights into first results of applying fNIRS during diving.
Publication overview 2024 - mNIRS studies with our devices
In 2024, an increasing number of exciting papers measuring muscle NIRS with our devices have been published. In this blogpost, we depict application fields and purposes of using NIRS to measure muscle oxygenation, and highlight relevant studies published in the last year using Artinis devices per category. Further, we show recent publications targeting to assess reproducibility in muscle NIRS.
Publication overview 2024 - fNIRS studies with our devices
In 2024, an increasing number of relevant literature measuring brain activity with our fNIRS devices have been published. In this blogpost, we discuss application fields and purposes of using fNIRS to measure in the brain, and highlight exciting studies published in the last year with Artinis devices per category. Further, we show recent publications using our devices in naturalistic settings outside of the lab.
The Advantages of Combining fNIRS and EEG for Brain Monitoring
It is widely recognized that combining fNIRS and EEG can lead to a better understanding of brain activity by improving temporal and spatial resolution. However, the positive effects of simultaneously using both modalities go way beyond this advantage. In this blogpost, we highlight further benefits of applying the fNIRS-EEG combination to assess brain function in cognitive states.
Publication overview 2024 - Studies measuring brain and muscle oxygenation simultaneously using our devices
NIRS can be used to measure brain and muscle oxygenation at the same time to get a complete picture on oxygen status in the body. We are happy that in 2024 an increased number of studies using NIRS on brain and muscle simultaneously in various application fields was released. Read this blogpost to learn more about application areas of NIRS to assess cerebral and muscular oxygenation, and highlighted publications of last year per category.
Using fNIRS to explore neurocognitive aging: An interview with Dr. Claudia Gonzalez
Neurocognitive aging explores how aging affects cognitive functions like memory, attention, and problem-solving, which vary widely across individuals. Dr. Claudia Gonzalez, PI of the ABC Lab, leads research focused on understanding the neural and cognitive changes in aging adults. In this interview, Dr. Gonzalez shares her insights and discusses how fNIRS plays a role in advancing our understanding of how aging influences brain function and behavior.
Which experimental designs to use in fNIRS — Block design
Block design is one of the most frequently used experimental designs when performing fNIRS experiments, as it offers various advantages. In this blogpost, we explain characteristics, advantages and considerations of block design experiments, and give recommendations on how to correctly use it in your fNIRS research.
A Guide to Choosing the Right Headcap for fNIRS Studies
In multi-channel fNIRS studies, selecting the right headcap is essential for both researchers and participants. A well-fitted and comfortable headcap not only keeps participants focused during extended sessions but also ensures that NIRS optodes are securely positioned, leading to reliable and high-quality data collection.
This blog post provides a comprehensive guide on the key factors to consider when choosing the ideal headcap for your participants and research needs.
Announcing Artinis’ Acquisition of TMSi: A Strategic Partnership
We are proud to announce that Artinis has acquired TMSi. This acquisition allows both companies to leverage over two decades of combined expertise and technology, enabling us to offer even more advanced solutions for the medical and scientific markets.
Which experimental designs to use in fNIRS — Introduction
This is the introduction post of our blogpost series on experimental designs in fNIRS. In this blogpost, we explain what fNIRS measures, which general considerations have to be considered, and which frequent experimental setups we have for fNIRS.
Artinis Medical Systems elevates Marianne Floor-Westerdijk as the new co-CEO
Artinis Medical Systems B.V., the pioneer innovator in wearable near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) technology, announces a new chapter in its leadership with the appointment of Marianne Floor-Westerdijk, MSc. as co-CEO alongside Dr. Willy Colier. This transition coincides with the well-deserved retirement of Roeland van der Burght, Msc., who steps down from his role as CEO but remains part-time connected to Artinis as COO.
Beyond the Brain: Unveiling the Mind-Muscle Connection with Simultaneous NIRS
NIRS can be applied on any tissue enabling to measure brain and muscle oxygenation simultaneously. Read this blogpost to learn more about application areas employing NIRS on muscle and brain at the same time, recently published literature and solutions Artinis offers to make this possible.