A team of UCSB Media Arts and Technology (MAT) graduate students will present their end of year project at BIOPAC on Monday, June 7, 2010 at 12:15 PM. The project, which examines principles associated with traditional Chinese medicine, involved the extensive use of BIOPAC equipment and software. The students employed the Network Data Transfer facility offered with the […]
Premier universities world-wide overwhelmingly rely on BIOPAC systems. Over 99% of the top 100 universities in the world and in the United States rely on BIOPAC systems for their life science research and teaching system needs.* These institutions utilize BIOPAC research systems for life science research or the Biopac Student Lab (BSL) to meet their […]
HRV, EMG, and EEG studies using BIOPAC hardware and software include: DON’T STRESS Humans encounter various stressful situations everyday at work, home, and school. Such stress when experienced at high degrees and/or for a long duration of time could lead to cardiovascular diseases, cognitive dysfunctions, and psychological disorders. This study examined the validity of a novel physiological measurement […]
Recent studies in Psychophysiology, EMG, ECG and PPG measurement utilizing BIOPAC software and hardware: Fight or Flight (Reflex Response Time) “Fight or flight” is a physiological response that occurs due to a perceived threat to survival. It can physiologically be observed through an increase in heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen availability, and other mechanisms. In […]
BIOPAC Developer tools now include a new software interface that permits users to work with MP Research Systems for Mac (MP150WS or MP36RWS) to collect data into Max/MSP/Jitter via Network Data Transfer protocol; compatible with Mac OS X 10.5-10.6. 11.03.2010 — “Max-MSP-Jitter to ACQ-M NDT – MAXACQ-M” was discontinued July 2015—not validated for OS or MAX updates.
Sport Science brings in former UFC Lightweight champion B.J. Penn to demonstrate the impact of the rear-naked choke on host John Brenkus and uses the fNIR System from BIOPAC to measure oxygen supply to the frontal cortex during the exercise; EEG and heart rate were also recorded. John’s heart rate drops from 124 to 80, respiration […]
Alan Macy Answers Proust Questionnaire BIOPAC co-founder and R&D Director, Alan Macy, was interviewed recently by Roger Durling for the Santa Barbara Independent. The article, “The S.B. Questionnaire: Alan Macy,” provided a background excerpt of the Santa Barbara entrepreneurs’ past as well as his answers to the Proust Questionnaire. The biomedical technology developed at BIOPAC reflects an ambitious […]
Physiological researchers have been studying the lower body through examining impacts of training, movement instruction, and innovative research measurements on an individual’s well being. The following articles represent recent developments in physiological research, moving our understanding of lower limbs and the body as a whole forward, one step at a time. The Importance of Form Improper […]
Technology is more interactive in a multitude of contexts, from completing tasks at work, looking for help online, to leisurely activities like news and video streaming. Understanding how to improve interaction between humans and computers can hold benefits in multiple situations. The following are recent human-computer interaction (HCI) studies. The Eyes Have It Nasser et al. […]
With new developments happening daily, it’s easy to forget to slow down and take a breath. Breathing can be as forgettable as it is crucial; the often forgettable automatic function inspires rituals in religions around the world. Studies have shown the importance of breathing not just in a spiritual sense but also in physiological health benefits. Lung functionality […]