Editorial: Recent advances in EEG (non-invasive) based BCI applications

Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) is a promising technique for establishing a direct link between the human brain and an external computerized device bypassing the normal pathway when it is not functional due to any brain/spinal cord related injury or diseases. BCI allows severely disabled persons to communicate with the outside world by controlling certain computerized devices such as a computer, wheelchair, neural prosthetics, etc. In addition to that, it is also used as a rehabilitation tool for stroke patients and people with similar needs. Another promising application of EEG-based BCIs is in the field of neurofeedback. This technique uses real-time EEG data to help individuals learn to control their own brain activity, which can be used to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, and chronic pain.