Brain-Zapping headset aims to sharpen your mind in virtual reality
NCT ID NCT06782360
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study tested whether a head-mounted sensor and mild electrical stimulation on the ear could help healthy adults stay focused and resist cybersickness during virtual reality tasks. 45 volunteers completed attention, multitasking, and motion-sickness tests while receiving either real or sham stimulation. The goal was to see if the device could measure and improve cognitive performance in real time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- transcutaneous auricular neurostimulation (tAN) device
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to improve concentration and reduce motion sickness in virtual reality.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, not patients. The results may not apply to real-world conditions or lead to a commercial product.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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OpenBCI
Brooklyn, New York, 11222, United States
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