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·June 19, 2019·3 min read

We know contact with nature makes you feel better. Can virtual contact do the same?

The positive effects of spending time with nature on psychological wellbeing and health are well documented. However, not everyone can enjoy a trip to a green-space. New research suggests virtual exposure to nature via augmented reality and movies can mimic the effect and provide a boost to wellbeing. Read More

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·March 15, 2019·7 min read

Seeing through a robot’s eyes helps those with profound motor impairments

People with profound motor deficits reported an improved quality of life while using robotic body surrogates. Read More

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·February 11, 2019·5 min read

Rats in Augmented Reality Help Show How the Brain Determines Location

Using augmented reality, researchers discover how rats recalibrate learned relationships between a landmark, speed, distance and time to create a locational 'map' in the brain. Read More

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·December 4, 2018·4 min read

Virtual Reality Brings Jedi Powers to Life with Force Push

Researchers say Force Push will give users the ability to move distant objects using an approach for remote object manipulation in virtual reality. Read More

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·October 17, 2018·3 min read

Virtual Reality May Encourage Empathetic Behavior

According to a new study, virtual reality may be a useful tool for encouraging empathy and positive attitudes towards marginalized groups. Read More

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·October 16, 2018·3 min read

Eating with Your Eyes: Virtual Reality Can Alter Taste

A new virtual reality study reveals people's perception of taste can be altered by what they experience in their surroundings. Read More

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·December 15, 2017·4 min read

Graspable Objects Grab Attention More Than Images of Objects Do

3D images that appear graspable grab more attention that traditional 2D images, researchers report. Read More

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·December 6, 2016·5 min read

No Peeking: Humans Play Computer Games Using Only Direct Brain Stimulation

Using only direct brain stimulation, game players navigate through simple computerized mazes, a new study reports. Read More

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·December 2, 2016·7 min read

Phantom Movements in Augmented Reality Helps Patients With Phantom Limb Pain

Researchers have developed a new method that utilizes both machine learning and augmented reality to help treat those with chronic phantom limb pain following amputation. Read More