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A zombie-shooting VR game is teaching police officers to control their heart rate under pressure, with results showing 35% better stress management in real scenarios. The breakthrough training is already rolling out across police academies.
Virtual reality in China has transformed from a disappointing seated experience into a thriving entertainment industry by letting people actually walk through digital worlds. Nearly 20 new immersive VR venues opened in Shanghai alone last year, transporting visitors to ancient Egypt, 1874 Paris, and historic Chinese cities.
A virtual reality eye exam that takes just 15 minutes could help doctors spot brain changes linked to Alzheimer's disease up to 12 years before symptoms appear. The technology is now being tested in senior living communities, bringing advanced neurological screening right to where people live.
Researchers have built LEDs tinier than a single wavelength of light, opening doors to ultra-sharp VR displays and faster computer chips. The smallest pixel measures just 90 nanometers across.
Dutch Air Force pilots are testing brain-reading AI that measures their mental workload in real time and adjusts virtual reality training on the fly. The technology aims to keep trainee pilots challenged but not overwhelmed during simulations.
Researchers are using VR to test how passengers handle emergencies in driverless taxis, ensuring future autonomous vehicles keep everyone safe. The groundbreaking work is helping shape transport policies before self-driving cars hit UK roads.
Veterinary students in Malaysia can now practice surgery on virtual cows and exotic animals without any risk, thanks to the country's first immersive learning lab. The technology lets them make mistakes and learn in a safe environment before treating real patients.
Bowling Green State University just opened a 24,000-square-foot engineering center designed to mirror real workplace environments. The $39 million facility finished on time and on budget, giving students access to cutting-edge AI, 3D metal printing, and virtual reality labs. #
Scientists just solved the toughest challenge in next-generation screen technology, bringing us closer to VR headsets with visuals sharper than real life. The breakthrough could transform everything from smart glasses to car windshields.
Scientists created a lightweight ring that lets you actually feel virtual objects while wearing VR headsets. The origami-inspired device weighs less than a penny and could transform gaming, medical training, and rehabilitation.
Ohio University just cracked the top 25 public schools nationwide for augmented and virtual reality education. Graduates are landing jobs at Microsoft, Disney, and Google thanks to hands-on training that blends creativity with cutting-edge tech.