Instrumentation
Shimadzu LABNIRS
The Shimadzu LABNIRS is a high performance NIRS system, with multiple possible optode configurations and up to 52 channels. Whole-brain measurement is possible with the LABNIRS system, and as a diverse range of options are available (such as simultaneous EEG measurement and a video recording system), the LABNIRS system is suitable for a wide range of research. In addition, real-time data transfer allows experimenters to monitor the data as it is recorded, and multiple people can be measured simultaneously, making this system suitable for hyperscanning studies.
Shimadzu LightNIRS
The Shimadzu LIGHTNIRS is another system that enables NIRS measurements, for visualising brain function activity. This system is portable, due to its small weight and size, allowing for greater freedom in data collection in natural, unrestricted environments and with a variety of participant populations. Multiple people can be measured simultaneously, and data can be seamlessly and directly loaded by the integrated data analysis software, to allow for comparisons of new and existing datasets.
ARTNIS Oxymon 8 Channels
The Oxymon is a highly stable and sensitive NIRS system, enabling the user to measure on both brain and muscle tissue. Multiple configurations are possible, with systems available with up to 112 channels, and a variety of optical fibres to choose from. Devices come with the Oxysoft - software application that allows for real-time processing of fNIRS data. The Oxymon is versatile, having been used in a range of contexts, and can be combined with other techniques including EEG and MRI.
Pupils Labs Eyetracking
Pupil headsets allow for the collection of eye movement data, coming in a range of configurations (monocular, binocular and egocentric vision) to suit the requirements of the specific research. The eyetrackers are USB devices that can connect to a Linux, MacOS, or Windows computer. This enables the user to use Pupil Capture, the software that streams and records data, and Pupil Player, a media and data visualiser used to view recordings. Furthermore, Pupil software is open source, allowing the user to modify the code if necessary.
Polhemus Liberty Motion Tracking
LIBERTY is a motion tracking system that utilises an electromagnetic source - sensors anywhere within its range are tracked continuously, so line-of-sight is not required. Its distortion detector feature means high quality data is assured, and the system is upgradable, with up to 16 sensor channels avaliable per system.