In this episode of BeatByte, Satya Chindam interviews Aaroosh Balakrishnan, a high school innovator and creator of Speak EEG, a brain-controlled communication device designed to help individuals with non-motor disabilities. Aaroosh shares how his team created an affordable alternative to expensive communication technology, using EEG technology and a flashing grid system to enable speech. He talks about the challenges faced during development, including issues with EEG signal quality and the difficulty of testing with such a sensitive target market. Aaroosh also discusses his journey in coding, math competitions, and his broader goals in data analysis. Despite setbacks, he remains excited about learning and growing through new projects, and shares his hopes for the future of neurotech. Join us to hear about his impressive work and the potential impact of Speak EEG on accessibility.
