TechnologyJuly 17, 2026
electroencephalogram
/ɪˌlɛktroʊɛnˈsɛfəloʊɡræm/
Definition
A test or process that uses electrodes on the scalp to measure and record the electrical activity generated by the brain.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Greek words 'elektron' (amber/electricity), 'enkephalos' (brain), and 'gramma' (drawing or record). It was coined in the early 20th century to describe the graphical recording of electrical brain waves.
In the news
In this article, the term refers to the technology inside BrainCo's headsets that captures neural signals, allowing users to control robotic devices using only their thoughts.
BrainCo claims mind-to-robot link at China’s World AI Conference
Read the full article ↗South China Morning Post