Master Thesis: Electrode-skin boundary modeling for EEG measurements

At imec, Body Area Networks

Scope of the project
The project will consist of measuring and modeling electrodes and the electrical interface with the skin, in order to understand the important factors that will enable successful application of dry electrodes.

Description of the project
The Holst Centre is a R&D Institute that performs research on autonomous wireless transducer solutions. In 2010, Holst Centre has developed a new EEG headset (see youtube video), consisting of proprietary low-power chips, enabling continuous EEG monitoring for several days without recharging. One important aspect of this headset is the use of dry electrodes.

Dry electrodes are not as widely used as wet electrodes, and standard products do not yet exist. A complicating factor is that dry electrodes need mechanical support to remain positioned, which creates more degrees of freedom.

The goal of this assignment is to understand the factors that influence successful application of dry electrodes. The assignment will consist of a literature study and of measuring and modeling existing electrodes.

Requirement
We are looking for a motivated student with the following background:
- Chemical engineering, Electrical engineering, Biomedical engineering or Technical Medicine
- Basic understanding of electrical circuits

The student should also have good team-work and English communication skills.

The assignment will be carried out at Holst Centre in Eindhoven.

For all inquiries, please contact:

Ms Sandra Maas, Management Assistant Human Resources.
Telephone number: +31 (0)40 40 20 500.

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