virtual reality

The stretchable sensors might make VR feel more real.

How Virtual Reality is poised to change the aviation industry

by Tibi Puiu

April 2, 2019

When the two cross paths, the transformative potential could be immense.

Stanford researcher supervises a student while he navigates through a VR experience that simulates what it feels like becoming homeless. The scene shown here is that of an eviction notice. Credit: L.A. Cicero.

Virtual reality simulation makes people more compassionate towards the homeless

by Tibi Puiu

October 18, 2018

The VR experience made participants more likely to sign a petition for affordable housing.

Three Old Scientific Concepts Getting a Modern Look

by John Tuttle

February 20, 2018

The ancients often got it wrong about science -- but they weren't that far off.

Virtual reality out-of-body experience makes people less fearful of death

by Tibi Puiu

June 7, 2017

Virtual reality is not just a buzz word -- it's a real game changer.

The Difference between Virtual and Augmented Reality

by Tibi Puiu

January 15, 2020

Let's put the hype away for a second and see what sets these two technologies apart.

3D virtual model MRI view of fetus at 26 weeks.
Credit: Image courtesy of Radiological Society of North America

Parents might soon watch their unborn babies grow up in 3D

by Mihai Andrei

November 25, 2016

Modern technology is impressive, extremely useful, and sometimes a bit disturbing.

Exoskeleton glove lets you touch, grasp and feel objects in virtual reality

by Tibi Puiu

October 3, 2016

This amazing glove lets you manipulate and feel objects in VR.

Who needs Virtual Reality when you’ve got a dad like this?

by Mihai Andrei

March 25, 2016

The "Father of the Year" award, internet edition goes to: I don't have any more backstory on this, but I ...

Virtual reality could help in depression treatment

by Mihai Andrei

February 15, 2016

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The ‘Next Big Things’ in Science Ten Years from Now

by Tibi Puiu

January 29, 2021

So, what's the future going to look like ten years from now? What's the next big thing? Genomics, big data, ...

Cycling while playing virtual reality games: will this convince people to exercise?

by Tibi Puiu

December 21, 2015

Is this genius or lame? We can't really tell for now.

(19 Feb. 2010) --- Backdropped by EarthÕs horizon and the blackness of space, the International Space Station is featured in this image photographed by an STS-130 crew member on space shuttle Endeavour after the station and shuttle began their post-undocking relative separation. Undocking of the two spacecraft occurred at 7:54 p.m. (EST) on Feb. 19, 2010.

Kickstarter project plans to put you virtually on the ISS

by Alexandru Micu

August 11, 2015

SpaceVR started a Kickstarter campaign today with the goal of sending a 3D, 360-degree camera to the ISS. This camera ...

Photo of Sidekick tested in zero-g. Image: NASA

Astronauts on the ISS will soon work with holographic goggles: the HoloLens

by Tibi Puiu

June 25, 2015

This weekend, SpaceX is scheduled to deliver cargo and other much needed supplies to the International Space Station via its ...

Teledildonics is here: sex toys linked to virtual reality

by Tibi Puiu

February 3, 2016

Don't make that face. It's not like you didn't see it coming, after all with each technological step forward porn ...

How Oculus Rift could revolutionise Social Psychology

by Aiden Hoyle

April 16, 2015

Upon acquiring virtual technology company Oculus, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg predicted that virtual reality technology would one day permeate areas ...