Improving cognitive performance by detecting and correcting attentional lapses
Abstract
Abstract Consistent attentional control and working memory performance is critical for successful performance within a broad range of military situations. In this three year proposal, we will examine how attentional lapses relate to overall working memory and cognitive performance. Specifically, we propose to develop objective physiological measures (EEG and pupil dilation) that may better detect an impending lapse as well as simple interventions to correct these lapses of attention. By detecting and correcting these lapses, our central goal is to optimize an individual’s attentional and memory capacity with the hope that this improvement will transfer to more successful and consistent performance during challenging tasks in military situations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 12, 2016
- Source ID
- N000141512790
Entities
People
- Edward K Vogel
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of Chicago