Neuroergonomics

Abstract

Neuroergonomics is the study of the human brain in relation to performance at work and other everyday settings. Research using two classes of methods—neuroimaging and molecular genetics—is described in four areas: (a) multitasking and mental workload, (b) human error, (c) neuroadaptive interfaces, and (d) individual differences in cognition. The findings show that theoretical and practical understanding of how humans interact with and use technology can be considerably enriched if we also consider the human brain that makes such activities possible.