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Multiscale Gaussian-Mixture Modeling for HMM Post-Processing in Selective Auditory Attention Decoding
In this preprint, we propose a multiscale Gaussian mixture model that jointly estimates HMM emission parameters across multiple window lengths, improving HMM-based post-processing for selective auditory attention decoding.
Tianyi Li
,
Simon Geirnaert
,
Bert De Smedt
,
Alexander Bertrand
September, 2026
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Sample-level EEG-based Selective Auditory Attention Decoding with Markov Switching Models
In this article, presented at
EUSIPCO2026
, we present an alternative post-processing method to hidden Markov models for auditory attention decoding algorithms, based on the Markov switching model.
Yuanyuan Yao
,
Simon Geirnaert
,
Tinne Tuytelaars
,
Alexander Bertrand
September, 2026
In Proceedings of
EUSIPCO 2026
, 2026
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Why Performance Metrics Overpromise in Auditory Attention Decoding: an Information-Theoretic Reappraisal
In this preprint, we show that ignoring temporal dependence can substantially overestimate the performance of auditory attention decoding algorithms. We propose several measures to address these issues, including rIMI, a metric that quantifies the rate of new information gained.
Nicolas Heintz
,
Simon Geirnaert
,
Tom Francart
,
Alexander Bertrand
August, 2026
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Selective Auditory Attention Decoding with a Two-Node Wireless EEG Sensor Network
In this preprint, we present a proof of concept of a wireless EEG sensor network using two around-ear EEG nodes for selective auditory attention decoding.
Simon Geirnaert
,
Ruochen Ding
,
Alexander Bertrand
June, 2026
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Efficient Solutions for Mitigating Initialization Bias in Unsupervised Self-Adaptive Auditory Attention Decoding
In this article, presented at
ICASSP 2026
, we present efficient unsupervised training algorithms for EEG-based auditory attention decoding that have no initialization bias.
Yuanyuan Yao
,
Simon Geirnaert
,
Tinne Tuytelaars
,
Alexander Bertrand
May, 2026
In Proceedings of
ICASSP 2026
, 2026
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When feedback backfires: investigating neurofeedback effects in a closed-loop auditory attention decoding paradigm
In this preprint, we show that real-time auditory neurofeedback in a closed-loop selective auditory attention decoding paradigm can degrade decoding accuracy and user experience, rather than improve it, within a single session.
Iustina Rotaru
,
Simon Geirnaert
,
Nicolas Heintz
,
Alexander Bertrand
,
Tom Francart
April, 2026
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EEG-based Decoding of Auditory Attention to Conversations with Turn-taking Speakers
In this article, we present analysis of a conversation tracking paradigm with 2 or 3 conversations during selective auditory attention decoding from EEG.
Iris Van de Ryck
,
Nicolas Heintz
,
Iustina Rotaru
,
Simon Geirnaert
,
Alexander Bertrand
,
Tom Francart
January, 2026
Hearing Research
, vol. 471, 109539, 2026
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A direct comparison of simultaneously recorded scalp, around-ear and in-ear EEG for neural selective auditory attention decoding to speech
In this article, we present a novel dataset and accompanying analysis enabling the first direct comparison between scalp, around-ear, and in-ear electroencephalography (EEG) for neural selective auditory attention decoding to speech.
Simon Geirnaert
,
Simon L. Kappel
,
Preben Kidmose
November, 2025
Scientific Reports
, vol. 15, 41655, 2025
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Performance Modeling for Correlation-based Neural Decoding of Auditory Attention to Speech
In this article, presented at
EUSIPCO 2025
, we present a novel method to model the performance curve of EEG-based AAD algorithms starting from a single decision window length.
Simon Geirnaert
,
Jonas Vanthornhout
,
Tom Francart
,
Alexander Bertrand
September, 2025
In Proceedings of
EUSIPCO 2025
, 2025
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Dataset II
EUSIPCO2025 in Isola delle Femmine, Palermo
I gave a 15-min talk at EUSIPCO2025 in Isola delle Femmine, Palermo about our work on performance modeling for correlation-based algorithms for selective auditory attention decoding.
Simon Geirnaert
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Jonas Vanthornhout
,
Tom Francart
,
Alexander Bertrand
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