Text entry in virtual and augmented reality presents a multifaceted challenge that spans user ergonomics, interaction design and computational efficiency. Recent advances have explored methods that ...

Research into body ownership and perception in virtual reality has rapidly advanced our understanding of how the human brain constructs a sense of self through the integration of multisensory signals.

Stepping into a virtual forest or waterfall scene through VR could be the future of pain management. A new study shows that immersive virtual nature dramatically reduces pain sensitivity almost as ...

A new study offers hope for people who are blind or have low vision (pBLV) through an innovative navigation system that was tested using virtual reality. The system, which combines vibrational and ...

Immersing in virtual reality (VR) nature scenes helped relieve symptoms that are often seen in people living with long-term pain, with those who felt more present experiencing the strongest effects. A ...

Savannah Stuart receives funding from OGS. Brendon Larson receives funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). Steffanie Scott receives funding from the Social ...

VR can enhance physical therapy by providing dynamic activities tailored to a patient. The VR-rehabilitation market is projected to grow over the next several years. This article is part of "Trends in ...

Virtual reality (VR) technology was associated with enhanced balance and limb motor functions in critically ill adult patients compared with traditional rehabilitation techniques, new meta-analysis ...

BEIJING — Chinese videostreaming platform iQiyi announced Thursday it plans later this year to open its first full-fledged theme park in China based on characters from its own shows. Stream NBC 5 for ...

New research shows the brain uses molecular “timers” to strengthen important memories and let others fade. These timed programs decide how long memories last, offering fresh insight into how the brain ...