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Title

Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, & Health

Authors

Allison K. Herrera, University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolFollow
F. Zeb Mathews, University of Tennessee Health Science CenterFollow
Marilyn R. Gugliucci, University of New EnglandFollow
Corina Bustillos, Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterFollow

Publication Date

2017-3

Document Type

Presentation

Contract Cycle

2016-2021

Streaming Media

Disciplines

Health Information Technology | Library and Information Science | Public Health

Abstract

There are plenty of new and emerging technologies that are revolutionizing the health sciences. These webinars explore the applications of reality technologies including augmented reality, virtual reality, multi-reality, mixed reality, and more! From hands-on training, to human simulation software, there is a lot for us to learn about health and technology.

Join us for an exploration of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies, with special attention given to their significance in the health sciences. Also learn how you can start and fund your own AR or VR health sciences project with NNLM Technology funding opportunities. This webinar is appropriate for everyone, regardless of how much you know about augmented or virtual reality.

Speakers include:

Zeb Mathews – University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Corina Bustillos – Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Allison Herrera – University of Massachusetts Medical School
Marilyn Gugliucci - University of New England

Outline:
AR and VR - Introduction & Overview
Augmented Reality & Health
Virtual Reality & Health
Technology Funding Opportunities
University of New England VR Project

Keywords

augmented reality, virtual reality, health sciences

Rights and Permissions

Video: Standard YouTube License.

Journal/Book/Conference Title

National Network of Libraries of Medicine New England Region (NNLM NER) Repository

Comments

Individual presentations are also available as PowerPoint files under "Additional Files."

Repository Citation

Herrera, Allison K.; Mathews, F. Zeb; Gugliucci, Marilyn R.; and Bustillos, Corina, "Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, & Health" (2017). National Network of Libraries of Medicine New England Region (NNLM NER) Repository. 42.
https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/ner/42

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