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'Neuroergonomics' aims to monitor workers' brains to boost productivity. Is that... okay?

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Neuroergonomics is the study of human behavior while carrying out real-world activities, including in the workplace.

It involves recording a person's brain activity in different situations or while completing certain tasks to optimize cognitive performance.

The market for neurotechnology is predicted to grow to US$21 billion by 2026 .

Dr. Paul W. Brandt-Rauf is Dean and Distinguished University Professor in the School of Biomedical Engineering , Science and Health Systems at Drexel University .

He received his BS , MS , ScD in Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering , his MD , and his MPH and DrPH in Environmental Sciences from Columbia University .

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