The UTC Brainwave Project
Research Purpose:
Primary: To investigate the influence of outdoor environments and outdoor activities on the mental state of an individual providing unique insight through novel procedures and innovative technology.
Secondary: to advocate for urban planning, green space development, and outdoor activity participation as catalysts for mental and physical health.
Data Collection Tools
The Climbing video shows increased focus (red) as the participant searched for holds, with increases in anxiety (yellow), and decreases in motivation (orange) when holds are marginal.
The mountain biking video demonstrates the moment when a mountain biker passes a slower participant and rides at her desired pace. Approach motivation increases dramatically at this point (00:25). Increases in Meditative state as well as decreases in Anxiety and Focus should be noted. In general terms, at this moment the individual is in a state of ease and enjoyment. Other moments of interest are explained in the video.
EMOTIV Insight EEG Headsets (5-points of contact)
- This allows measurement of: Delta (δ = .5 - 3 Hz), Theta (φ = 4 - 7 Hz), Alpha (α = 8 - 15 Hz), Beta (β 16 - 31 Hz), and Gamma (γ = 32 - 100 Hz) waves at the five points of contact. These waves were streamed at two times per second and recorded using a custom application for collection.
Fitness Trackers
- Allows for GPS tracking, Elevation, HR, HR Interval, Galvanic Skin Response(GSR), Skin Temperature.
iPhone
- For use of "Time-Stamping" the activity in correlation with the brainwave data.
- Custom Application to compile data as CSV file.
Geographic Information System (ArcGIS)
- A mapping tool used to display data as it relates to geographic location.
More on Emotiv Insight EGG: https://www.emotiv.com/the-science/
GIS Explained: https://www.esri.com/en-us/what-is-gis/overview