Weekly Online Sessions
We have weekly online sessions on different topics/verticals with presentations, live discussions, and networking to help you grow your knowledge and connections. Check Schedule here.
Want us to post your event? Email info@thevrara.com
We have weekly online sessions on different topics/verticals with presentations, live discussions, and networking to help you grow your knowledge and connections. Check Schedule here.
Introducing the VRARA Master Class Online: "Reimagine Tomorrow: Sustainable Business Strategies in Immersive Technologies" - a cutting-edge program designed to equip forward-thinking leaders with the knowledge and tools to drive sustainable business transformation through virtual and augmented reality.
Benefits
- Gain insights into integrating immersive technologies for sustainable business practices
- Learn to develop effective sustainability strategies using VR/AR solutions
- Explore how virtual reality can minimize environmental impact and reduce business travel
- Understand the application of immersive tech in meeting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Acquire skills in sustainable supply chain management and carbon footprint reduction
Why Choose This Master Class?
This program is essential for business leaders and innovators seeking to:
1. Drive profit with purpose by leveraging immersive technologies
2. Implement sustainable strategies that create competitive advantage
3. Contribute to global sustainability goals while enhancing business operations
4. Develop a sustainable mindset within their organization
5. Gain practical knowledge from industry experts and real-world case studies
By participating in this VRARA Master Class, you'll be at the forefront of sustainable business innovation, learning how to harness the power of immersive technologies to create a more sustainable and profitable future for your organization.
Date & Time:
01/28
17:00- 18:00 Stockholm
11AM-12PM EST
BrightTalk Webinar
VR/AR Community Dev Night
The VR/AR Association (VRARA) and American Technology Services (ATS) are teaming up to host an exciting evening for the immersive development community.
This event is designed to bring VR and AR developers together for:
Open Office Hours: Brainstorm, build, share knowledge, and troubleshoot challenges with other developers in a FiDi office that is all ours for the evening.
VR Lab Time: Demo and get feedback on your projects in the office VR lab.
What to Bring:
Your own laptop and VR equipment to make the most of open build hours.
We’ll keep you fueled with pizza, beer, and soft refreshments while you code, create, and connect with fellow devs.
Date: 1.28.2025
Time: 4-8 pm ET
Event registration page: https://lu.ma/8zn2zi3w
Experience Vision, taking place on February 6, 2025, at the iconic Grand Rex in Paris, is a landmark event celebrating the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and immersive technologies. The program features six thematic cinema rooms, each dedicated to an industry—Manufacturing, Luxury, Education, Culture & Entertainment, Healthcare, and Retail—where leading companies will share their success stories. These sessions will showcase how businesses are leveraging AI and extended reality (XR) to drive innovation, highlighting real-world impacts through practical case studies. On the mainstage, inspiring keynotes and panel discussions will delve into the economic and human implications of innovation across sectors. Combining these elements, Experience Vision aims to foster meaningful connections and redefine innovation and collaboration for industries of today and tomorrow.
Time: 9am - 7pm CET
VRARA Members get exclusive discounts! Email info@thevrara.com to redeem!
For more information:
www.experiencevision.io
Geo Week, February 10-12, 2025 in Denver, is the learning and networking nexus of the geospatial and built worlds. It includes collocated user meetings (ASPRS, MAPPS, USIDB, WGIC) and special content from new strategic partners (e.g. Reality Capture Network, USGIF). The 2024 event had 3,400+ registrants, and hosted a record 2,976 actual delegates onsite from 45+ nations. Geo Week 2025 will convene 200 exhibitors, 150 speakers and 3,000+ attendees from 6 continents.
Email info@thevrara.com to get the code
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VRARA is a proud media sponsor of Oil and Gas Automation and Technology Week 2024 in Houston, Texas Febrary 11-12, 2025.
Members receive 15% discount, email info@thevrara.com to obtain!
To register, click here
To speak and or sponsor, please email kris@thevrara.com
Our event last year, Best of Europe 2024 on LinkedIn Live was very successful with 3200+ total attendees and 1000+ LIVE audience during prime time speaking spots - see examples below) and lots of engagement. Plus, 100’s watched the recordings! We had 30+ speakers from Lufthansa, Volvo, Mondelēz, Sofatutor, Hugo Boss, and many others.
This will be a one day event, duration three to four hours. The date of the event will be in March, exact day is TBC based on sponsors preferences.
About our event
This will be a virtual LinkedIn Live event. LinkedIn has 1 Billion users and more than 57M businesses are listed on LinkedIn, and our event will help elevate your brand and get you established as an authority in the industry.
These screenshots show 1000+ LIVE audience during prime time speaking spots.
Our event last year had 3,258+ attendees
STACKxDays is a developer event hosted by the VR/AR Association (VRARA) and AAIA Global for XR & AI on April 23-25 in San Diego at UC Park & Market. We expect this event to sell-out with a total of 1,500 available tix across 3 days. See our website stackxdays.com and please contact kris@thevrara.com if you are interested in our Workshops, Talks, Brain Date Networking, and or Nite Summit Fun!
The catalyst event of the year is upon us! EXPERIENTIAL: the Innovation Conference at MIT Reality Hack ignites thought-provoking discussions and reveals meta-trends shaping the next decade of deep tech.
Attendees gain exclusive insights from the leading researchers and companies driving groundbreaking innovations that will propel technology into its next generation.
Several innovative startups showcasing AI, XR and green tech solutions will be launched publicly in the US for the first time.
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EXPERIENTIAL: the Innovation Conference at MIT Reality Hack
Date: Jan 25, 2025
Location: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Purchase tickets here: https://mit.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2096---
Topics of interest at EXPERIENTIAL include: multi-sensory interaction; advanced computing; artificial and augmented intelligence; digital embodiment, neurotech, and clinical applications; aerospace applications; integrating novel embedded systems; hack-to-market; engineering sustainability; designing for prosperity and social impact, and more.
Above all, the EXPERIENTIAL program explores how these technologies uniquely foster creator community-based learning by sparking imagination in ways accessible to all—from learners and educators to businesses, investors, and policymakers.
Drawing on the interdisciplinary research model that has defined MIT for more than a century, EXPERIENTIAL sits at the confluence where the most advanced research meets ready-to-ship innovations.
Opportunities for Attendees:
Discover global strategies and stay ahead of trends in XR, AI, and deep tech
Form high-impact B2B connections
Engage with founders + multiple product launches
An inclusive private tour of MIT labs (and the secret tunnels)
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IMPORTANT LINKS for EXPERIENTIAL Innovation Conference:
EXPERIENTIAL Tickets: https://mit.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2096
Opportunities for Startups: https://www.mitrealityhack.com/startup-form
Press Inquiries: Jonathan Hirshon jh@horizonpr.com
EXPERIENTIAL Main Page: https://www.mitrealityhack.com/experiential-2025
The VR/AR Association (VRARA) US National Public Sector Roadshow is ON! Our first chapter to host the conference series will be our SAN FRANCISCO Chapter on January 22nd at the HTC VIVE Americas Corporate HQ in Berkeley California.
The purpose of this FREE 1 day technology showcase/conference is to educate and connect US Public Sector Agencies with some of the leading providers of XR and AI technologies to collaborate and try to solve problems!
We have a great lineup of speakers and a full day of hands-on demonstrations. It is FREE but you need to register using THIS LINK.
Agenda
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Technology Showcase and Hands-On Demonstrations
Come get hands-on with various XR solutions designed for the public by the companies below.
FLAIM – Demonstrating various XR-enabled first responder training solutions.
Headwall – Showcasing their XR-enabled command center solutions.
VrPatients – Presenting their XR-enabled Emergency Medical Simulation training.
Virtualware – Demonstrating various XR solutions for industries such as energy, medical, transportation, and automotive on their award-winning VIROO platform.
HTC Vive – Highlighting their latest XR and 5G products.
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The VRARA National Roadshow Conference
2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Networking and Presentations
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Arrival and networking
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Keynote presentation: "Why We Have Reached the Tipping Point for XR and What’s Next"
(John Cunningham, President, Virtualware USA)
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | The Evolution of XR and AI in the Public Sector
(Dan McConnell, Chief Technologist, Booz Allen Hamilton)
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | XR and AI in Defense: What Is the US Government Looking For? (Speakers from US Government)
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Panel discussions: XR and AI in the Public Sector – Best Practices, Technology Trends, and Use Cases
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Break
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The VRARA San Francisco Chapter Launch Event
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Welcome and Reception
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Welcome
(Hugh Hayden, Chapter President, VRARA San Francisco, and Director of Business Development, Niantic, Inc.)
6:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Presentation by HTC VIVE
(Kent Gilbert, Director, Public Sector, HTC VIVE North America)
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Reception (Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be provided) & Technology Showcase
For more information about the Roadshow series click on this link:
https://lnkd.in/eTp5Ztee
Sponsored by HTC VIVE, Booz Allen Hamilton, Hadean, Virtualware
REGISTER HERE:
If interested in Speaking, Demo or Sponsoring; please refer to the form below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAX3fwXWo_ZR53PmtNRuZDAF7aXG1_c850CfdKw8VPPJH6jg/viewform
🌟 Tech Business PlaNET25 Madrid: The International Showcase for Technological Innovation in Business 🌟
The future of business innovation takes center stage in Madrid with Tech Business PlaNET25, an extraordinary international event showcasing cutting-edge technology solutions for businesses. Powered by the vibrant ecosystem of clusters, innovation hubs, and entrepreneurial centers of the Comunidad de Madrid, this event is your gateway to the transformative technologies driving competitiveness and growth.
Discover the Future of Technology and Business
🔹 Explore solutions designed to tackle today’s business challenges.
🔹 Engage with thought leaders, innovators, and global trendsetters shaping the technological landscape.
🔹 Connect with national and international experts in advanced technologies and transformative trends.
Highlights of the Event
✨ Immersive Expert Sessions led by Carlos J. Ochoa, Chapter President of VRARA Madrid and a member of the Experts Committee of PlaNET25. Discover how immersive entertainment, spatial computing, and digital twins are reshaping industries.
✨ A special session (Live Firechat) with Amy Peck on the cutting-edge advancements in emerging technologies.
✨ Live demonstrations in the experiential zone featuring leading VRARA member companies like One Digital Consulting, VirtualWare, and Albearium.
Exclusive Access for VRARA Members and Guests
🆓 Free Access for VRARA members – request your code at Carlos@thevrara.com.
🎟️ 50% VIP Tickets for your clients and guests.
Why Attend Tech Business PlaNET25?
This event is more than a showcase; it’s the ultimate platform for visibility and connection. Meet technology creators, public and private organizations, and industry leaders to explore the most transformative trends and solutions in technology.
📅 Don’t Miss Out!
Unlock the opportunities that will shape the future of your business. Join us in Madrid for Tech Business PlaNET25, where innovation meets enterprise.
👉 For more information and registration, visit https://planet.madrid/
AWE, NYVR, VRARA and XR Guild are teaming up to throw an epic holiday party and bring the XR community together! 🍢 Snacks: Finger foods provided, no one’s partying hungry!
🍻 Happy Hour: Deals until 7pm!
🎶 Playlist*: Join our playlist and share your favorite tracks!
✨ Vibes: Bring your holiday spirit and good energy!
📍Venue: We take over a gorgeous LES bar, The Mayfly!
Pull up in your holiday mood and let’s make it a night!
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✨HAPPY HOLIDAYS! ✨
Discover how to get started with #immersive technologies in the #education sector, featuring groundbreaking advancements like the Meta for Education initiative. Join host Yogini Joglekar for an engaging panel discussion with VR-in-education experts at the forefront of immersive tech. They’ll share how they leverage #XR to enhance #STEM, business, and #SEL programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the future of education.
BrightTalk Event
"Using Immersive Technologies and African Folklore storytelling for STEM Education"
When: from 12-12:30 PST on Thursday 12/12 via Zoom.
Why attend: Immersive technologies like VR and AR offer a unique medium to incite curiosity for STEM education. Add african folklore into it and you get a new way to drive STEM education altogether.
Joing the VRARA Seattle Chapter as they host speaker Daniel Gyekye, PhD from the University of Oregon who will walk us through his approach into using African folklore to engage new generations in STEM fields.
Roberto Haza, Seattle Chapter President and founder of Xtended Reality Advisory is delighted to host Daniel and dive deep in this use of immersive technologies using cultural storytelling with education purposes.
PROGRAM
30+ speakers & sessions, time is shown in EST time zone:
11am
Delia DeBuc, Ph.D. & Giselle Ricur, MD & Ranya Habash, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Univ of Miami, Miller School of Medicine & Ivo Ferreira, MD (panel)
Revolutionizing Ophthalmology: XR Apps in Medical Training and Patient Care
11:15am
Joshua Meah, JM&Co
Scaling XR and AI in Healthcare: Strategies for Private & Public Sector Contracting
11:25am
Dan Kuykendall, informXR
Data-Driven Excellence: Transforming Medical XR Training with Analytics
11:35am
Linda Ciavarelli
Designing for Impact: User-Centered Development of XR in Patient Edu
11:42am
Melissa Serwe & Bill Ballo, Madison College
Exploring the Integration of VR in Nursing Edu
11:52am
Saiteja Alampally, CEO of One Immersive Inc & Dr Iype Cherian
Hypervision: The role of XR in Shaping the Future of Neurosurgery
12pm
Aditi Joshi
Telehealth's newest Frontier: VR and Immersive Care
12:07pm
Adam Gross, CEO, Harmon Eyes
Eye-Tracking and AI To Predict and Prevent Performance Issues During Medical Tasks
12:14pm
Steven Cartun, Yale School of Medicine
The Proteus Effect
12:22pm
Dr Chris Jacobs, NHS
Conceptual overview of the Model of Immersive Tech in Healthcare Edu (MITHE)
12:30pm
Guido Gioioso, WarpVR. Julia A. Scott, Ph.D, Director Brain and Memory Care Lab, Santa Clara University. CJ Conway.
Content for Good: Tech That Truly Works
12:40pm
Tess McKinney, Dr. Victor Winter/University of Nebraska, Dr. Robert Masson/ExEx, Dr. Sue Schuelke for UNMC and Colin Gallacher from Haply Robotics.
Revolutionizing Learning & Healing: The Role of Immersive and Intelligent Tech
12:52pm
Peter Oykhman & Daniil Andreev of PsyTechVR, Dr. Gwilym Roddick, Founder of CBT of Central & South Florida, Dr. Lynn Panattoni of Turnpaugh Health
Practical Applications of Gen AI and VR Psychology for therapists
1:04pm
Ray Freiwirth, The Commons XR
Glimpse into what is coming in real time & modeled Behavioral Analytics for mental health using XR & AI
1:12pm
Olga Krivchenko, Qualium Systems & Vladyslav Kaliuzhka, Neurosurgeon
Transforming Neurosurgical Operations with XR: Innovation in Real-Time Surgical Visualization
1:20pm
Guido Gioioso – WEART CEO and Co-founder
Haptic Augmentation of XR Experiences in Healthcare
1:28pm
Doug Hohulin & Harvey Castro, MD
XR and AI’s Quest to Save Millions of Lives in the 21st Century
1:38pm
Dr. Sue Schuelke, University of Nebraska Medical Center & Ethan Fieldman, Curio XR
Free VR Heart Tour for All Students and Patients
1:48pm
Cheryl Lockhart, SimX & USAF, ret
Defining learner competency and success in nursing VR training
1:55pm
Richard S Hart, MD
Evolution of XR SIM Platforms from the Surgical Perspective
2:03pm
Alexander Belugin, XPANCEO
Smart Contact Lenses: Redefining XR for Health Monitoring
2:11pm
Cory Heizenrader of EducationXR & Keith Widmeier of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Working with IT to scale XR solutions throughout hospital organizations
2:20pm
Nick Roseth & Annaliese Schultz, Persistent Technology Inc
The Healing Power of Creative Expression in VR
CALL FOR SPONSORS :
Sponsors get the best speaking spot, registration list of 1000+ attendees, and promotion to our 60k emails global mailing list. Plus, promotion by LinkedIn. LinkedIn has 1 Billion users and 57M orgs are listed on LinkedIn, and our event will help elevate your brand and get you established as an authority in the industry! Our previous LinkedIn Live events had up to 3260+ registrations - Europe (3260+ registrations) and Enterprise (2500+ registrations) and generated 1000+ LIVE audience during prime time speaking spots - - see examples below)
To register, click here
If interested to speak or sponsor, email kris@thevrara.com
These screenshots show 1000+ LIVE audience during prime time speaking spots.
Celebrate Virtual Reality Day in Barcelona!
Join us for an afternoon of hands-on demos, expert discussions, and networking with industry leaders at Talent Garden in Poble Nou. Whether you're a VR enthusiast, developer, or just curious about immersive technology, this event is for you!
Calling ALL Mobile Developers
Don’t miss a special showcase by the team behind Media View, a Meta Quest spatial application built entirely in Android Studio using the new Meta Spatial SDK. L+R's mobile development team with over a decade of experience stepped into the exciting world of VR and XR and if you’re curious about expanding your mobile dev skills into spatial computing, come by and learn more!
Custom Multiplayer VR Showroom
KoiKollektiv in their launch of their new studio will be showcasing an amazing sci-fi showroom experience in a completely custom built multiplayer VR experience built and running on their own tech stack on top of Unity.
Brought to you by
Daniel Sisson from KoiKollektiv XR Studio
Carolin Akhtari from KoiKollektiv XR Studio
Ivan Leider from L+R
Jose Ferrer from Badalona Serveis Assistencials
Alessio Romano from VRARA Barcelona Chapter President
Date: November 23, 2024
Location: Talent Garden, Poblenou
EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.es/e/entradas-international-global-vr-day-barcelona-1079162978519
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮
Register Here
Our community is coming together for year 5 of Ready Player Golf where your $100 tax deductible donation to play Golf in VR with your friends brings VR experiences to kids battling terminal pediatric cancer. For the third year in a row, we are benefiting Children’s Cancer Research Fund's Big Dreams Virtual Tour, run by James Orrigo. Your overwhelming support has made a huge impact, and this year, we’re taking it to the next level!
NEW THIS YEAR: We’re inviting our amazing supporters to step up as Team Captains! Lead your own team of up to 8 players for a fun-filled day of virtual golf in Walkabout Mini Golf and ENGAGE on November 22nd.
Here’s how you can get involved:
Register as an individual and join an existing team.
Help us by reposting this with your own thoughts.
Become a Team Captain: Create a team and invite up to 7 friends or colleagues to join you. Each player donates $100 to play.
As a SUPPORTER in our XR community, WE are excited for you to join in, amplifying the impact. Here's how you can get started!:
— Join a TEAM
- Build Your Squad: Up to 8 players can join a team! So INVITE a friend to join in. We’ll send you a link to share with your network, making it easy for them to sign up.
- Promote Your Team: Celebrity Captains are provided with a Customized Team Leader Card to share on socials and with your community, letting everyone know you’re leading the charge for this great cause
- Play in VR: The event takes place in VR on Walkabout Mini Golf and ENGAGE, supported by Meta ( Quest & Rift), Steam VR, and Pico platforms.
If you’re unable to attend but would still like to support, we welcome individual donations or sponsorships to help us make a difference for these kids.
This is your chance to lead, have fun, and make an even bigger impact. We couldn’t do this without the incredible heart of our community, and together we’re making a difference that matters.
Your donations are tax deductible through the Academy of Immersive Arts and Sciences a 501(c)(3) Public Charity.
Register here
Orlando, FL — November 20-21, 2024 — M3D Technologies is thrilled to announce an exclusive opportunity for industry leaders, innovators, and experience designers at the Immersive Experiences & Innovation Demo Event, taking place during IAAPA in Orlando. This two-day event will showcase the next generation of interactive and immersive technologies that are redefining the future of entertainment and attractions.
Held just five minutes from the Convention Center at 9460 Delegates Dr., this event will offer attendees hands-on demonstrations and an inside look at cutting-edge advancements in Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR), Motion Capture, and interactive simulation tools tailored specifically for the entertainment industry. With sessions scheduled at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM on both November 20 and 21, guests can experience the latest innovations designed to enhance guest engagement, operational efficiency, and digital interaction within theme parks, arcades, and attractions.
What to Expect:
Attendees will be immersed in the forefront of digital engagement technology, witnessing firsthand the incredible potential of VR, AR, XR, and Motion Capture to elevate visitor experiences and revolutionize entertainment spaces.
Event Highlights:
- Hands-On Demos: Step into fully customizable VR and AR environments and see how advanced XR and Motion Capture are transforming guest interactions, creating more dynamic and personalized experiences.
- Industry-Specific Solutions: Explore technology tailored to meet the unique demands of the entertainment sector, enhancing customer engagement and driving operational excellence.
- Innovative Tech Unveilings: Be among the first to discover breakthrough products designed for the future of entertainment, including interactive displays and gamified simulations that set new standards in visitor satisfaction.
“Our mission at M3D Technologies is to push the boundaries of immersive engagement and deliver innovative tools that set a new standard in the attractions industry,” said Justin Spears, Chief Growth Officer. “This event will showcase how our technology can transform experiences and drive deeper connections with audiences.”
Event Details:
- Dates and Times: November 20 & 21, 2024, with sessions at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Location: M3D Technologies, 9460 Delegates Dr., Orlando, FL (5 minutes from the Convention Center)
- Registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/immersive-experiences-innovation-demo-event-tickets-1082276852199
For contact:
Matthew Hogan, Founder & CEO
M3D Technologies
linkedin.com/in/matthew-hogan-j
Justin R. Spears, MBA, MA, Chief Growth Officer
M3D Technologies
Email: justin.spears@m3dvr.com
Website: https://m3dvr.com
Address: 9460 Delegates Dr, Orlando, FL 32387
LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/g_8UQRig
Encuentro VRARA en Querétaro: Potenciando el Entrenamiento con XR
Querétaro, México – November 20th – The Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Association (VRARA) invites you to "Encuentro VRARA en Querétaro: Potenciando el Entrenamiento con XR", an exciting event dedicated to exploring the impact of Extended Reality (XR) technologies—VR, AR, and MR on professional training and development. This event will feature expert speakers, live demos to showcase how XR is transforming training.
Event Highlights:
Keynote Speakers on XR’s role in training.
Interactive Demos for hands-on XR experiences.
Networking Opportunities with XR industry leaders.
Join us in Querétaro, Mexico to explore the future of immersive learning!
Date: November 20th, 2024
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm CST
Parque Tecnológico - Tec de Monterrey. 801 Prolongación Tecnológico, Santiago de Querétaro, QUE 76159
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1050957802077?aff=oddtdtcreator (FREE)
This presentation provides insights into how XR technologies can effectively support and transform STEAM education. It outlines the integration of XR technologies into an MA program in Learning & Communication Technologies and Educational STEAM, which emphasizes the use of new and emerging technologies to enrich STEAM learning. The session begins with an overview of the program’s goals, highlighting its innovative focus on incorporating AR, VR, and MR applications into educational practices. Following this introduction, course instructors will discuss their use of these technologies in their courses, emphasizing practical applications and pedagogical methods designed to create interactive, experiential , and engaging learning experiences within the STEAM framework.
Presenters' short bios:
Dr Maria Meletiou-Mavrotheris is a Professor of Mathematics Education at European University Cyprus (EUC), Coordinator of the MA program Education Sciences: Technologies of Learning & Communication and STEAM Education, and Director of the ICT Enhanced Education Research Laboratory. She has a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education (University of Texas at Austin), an M.Sc in Statistics (UT Austin), an M.Sc. in Engineering (UT Austin), an M.A. in Open and Distance Learning (UK Open University), a B.A. in Mathematics (UT Austin), and Teacher’s Certification in Primary Education. She has engaged extensively in research and has established a respected research record through numerous scholarly publications and repeated invitations to participate in international conferences. Her success in attracting considerable research funding from national and international sources is also testimony to the high quality of her work and her scientific leadership potential. She has been involved in over 45 EU-funded projects (H2020, Erasmus+, LLP-Grundtvig, Socrates Minerva and Comenius, Leonardo da Vinci, Eureka). Her research record includes the coordination of five EU-funded projects (EarlyStatistics, SMASH, Living Book, FemSTEAM Mysteries, DataScEd4CiEn). Notably, the Socrates-Comenius project EarlyStatistics won the 2009 Best Cooperative Project Award in Statistical Literacy from the International Association of Statistics Education (IASE), while the Erasmus+KA2 projects The Living Book and FemSTEAM Mysteries received the 2021 European Innovative Teaching Award in Primary Education, and the 2023 European Innovative Teaching Award in Secondary Education respectively.
Dr. Ioanna Vekiri is an Assistant Professor in New and Emerging Technologies for STEAM Education in the Department of Education Sciences at European University Cyprus. She studied as a Fulbright scholar in the U.S., earning an MA in Educational Communications and Technology at New York University, as well as an MA in Science Education and a PhD in Education at the University of Michigan. She has worked in higher education institutions for many years in both conventional and e-learning programs and has taught in numerous teacher training programs. Her research has been published in international conference proceedings and high-impact journals (e.g., Computers & Education, Educational Psychology Review).
Dr. Demetrios Sotiropoulos serves as a Scientific Collaborator in the Department of Education at European University Cyprus, where he teaches in the MA program Education Sciences: Technologies of Learning & Communication and STEAM Education. Additionally, he is a member of the Laboratory Teaching Staff in the Department of Special Education at the University of Thessaly in Greece. His qualifications include a PhD in the use of digital technology in education in science (University of Athens), a Master's degree (M.Sc) in science education (University of Athens) and an undergraduate degree (B.A) in physics (AUTh). He has considerable experience of teaching at all levels of education and of training teachers in the use of new technologies in educational practice. At the primary, secondary and post-secondary levels of education, he has taught the subjects of computer science and science. At the tertiary level, he has taught numerous courses on the pedagogical use of digital technology for several years and has also provided guidance to students in the preparation of their postgraduate theses. Furthermore, he has participated in a multitude of European educational programmes, including Erasmus+, Horizon 2020, and earlier initiatives, and has presented his research findings at numerous academic conferences, journals and forums in Greece and abroad.
Join the event here
Industry Contact Point Digital Transformation invites to participate in the Horizon4Poland'24 event, especially in the session Are VR and XR the technologies of the future?, thanks to the participation of European associations such as XR4Europe and EUROXR, introduces the theme of the new European Partnership - Virtual Worlds, which will be responsible for shaping project call for proposals in Horizon Europe Programme.
In addition, the event is an excellent opportunity to network and exchange experiences with other VR/AR industry in Europe.
The VRARA Houston Chapter is proud to be a exhibitor and media sponsor of the 2024 Tech Fest Expo at University of Houston Tech Bridge! Tech Fest Live is a non-profit educational technology events company that is connecting the youth of today for a better tomorrow through technology opportunities.
VRARA Members receive 30% ticket prices; email info@thevrara.com to obtain. Contact Chapter President Ryn Delpapa for additional information if you are interested in more involvement opportunities!
Join us on Thursday, November 7 from 6 - 8pm for a FREE, unforgettable night with Sony showcasing three XR solutions. The Mocopi™ motion capture system (https://bit.ly/oc-vrara-mocopi), the Spatial Reality Display (https://bit.ly/oc-vrara-srd) and their yet to be released head-mounted display (https://bit.ly/oc-vrara-sony-hmd). Not only will you be able to experience one-on-one demos of all the hardware, but we will have a Q&A session with artists / developers that have worked with the hardware to answer any questions.
You won’t want to miss this night as there will be a free drawing where a winner will go home with a Sony Mocopi motion capture system ($449 value). Attend virtually or in-person for the opportunity to enter!
Don’t miss the chance to network with XR professionals, eat delicious food and learn more about what the Sony XR team has been up to!
In-person registration link: https://oc-vrara-sony-xr.eventbrite.com
Live stream / Virtual registration link: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/oc-vrara-sony-2024
Come join the VRARA Silicon Valley chapter for a spooktacular evening in San Francisco at the VR/AR Association Silicon Valley Chapter Halloween Party!
Come in your most creative costume and immerse yourself in a virtual and augmented reality fun night. Network with fellow tech enthusiasts and see some of the latest VR/AR tech. Your party ticket includes two drinks and appetizers. A few demo tables are still available; reach out to sv@thevrara.com for more information!
🚀 Get ready to dive into the future of Conversational AI and VR/AR! Register today!
Join the VRARA Sweden chapter for a special webinar to explore how chatbots are transforming immersive experiences, enhancing user interactions, and unlocking new possibilities across industries.
🎤 Guest Speaker: Alex Romero 💡 from SentientInfo, a leader in AI solutions, will be sharing his expertise on integrating chatbots into VR/AR environments. His innovative work is helping to shape the future of immersive technologies.
What to Expect:
Innovative Integration: Discover how chatbots enhance VR/AR experiences.
Real-World Applications: Case studies demonstrating the powerful impact of this technology.
Future Trends: Insights into the evolving landscape of conversational AI and immersive tech.
Interactive Q&A: Engage with industry leaders and ask your burning questions.
🚀 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of the future of tech! Explore how innovation can be driven together.
Exciting News: Webinar on Conversational AI and Immersive Tech!
We’re diving into the future of Conversational AI and VR/AR!
Join us for a special webinar where we explore how chatbots are transforming the immersive experience, enhancing user interactions, and opening new possibilities across industries.
Guest Speaker:
I’m thrilled to have Alex Romero from SentientInfo, a leader in AI solutions, sharing his expertise on integrating chatbots into VR/AR environments. His innovative work is helping shape the future of immersive technologies!
What to Expect:
Innovative Integration: Discover how chatbots enhance VR/AR experiences.
Real-World Applications: Case studies showing the powerful impact of this technology.
Future Trends: Insights into the evolving landscape of conversational AI and immersive tech.
Interactive Q&A: Engage with industry leaders and ask your burning questions.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of the future of tech! Let’s explore how we can drive innovation together.
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VRARA is proud to sponsor with AWE EU 2024. VRARA members receive 20% off their ticket; email info@thevrara.com to obtain code.
Join the AWE EU in Vienna, Austria on October 29-30th to make your mark on this breakthrough year in XR and spatial computing. AWE is the largest global XR event, with 2 days of expert conference sessions, hands-on demos of leading technologies, and the most welcoming tech community; we promise it will be a very special event!
Additional opportunities for VRARA Members:
Apply to Speak: Yes, you! AWE is always seeking informative presentation proposals from the global XR community. If you’ve ever wondered “Would my talk idea be a good fit,” please apply!
Apply for AWE Playground: Our AR+VR experience center featuring jaw-dropping, highly immersive and interactive demos not seen under one roof anywhere else (think more Theme Park than Trade show Expo).
Apply for the Start up Pitch Competition: Select AR and VR start-ups will be selected to pitch in front of the judges - all experienced XR investors. The winning startup will be honored on the main stage at AWE EU 2024 and go home with the Auggie Award for the “Start-up to Watch”.
Don’t Miss AWE EU happening October 29-30 in Vienna, Austria!
The Alabama Chapter is celebrating Ethar – a local startup in the Alabama ecosystem here – and the upcoming release of their Geospatial Toolkit, which will help shape XR standards across the board
We’re streaming the event, where Ethar’ll make a call for beta testers, and everyone can watch from their own shindigs
We’re going from 5p – 7:30p, with the main stage event happening at 5:55p
Call in to network with folks around the chapter + watch the announcement from the stage: https://meet.google.com/ewn-bdqj-ejd
There’s Virtual Speed Networking via the same call, so that folks from all over can meet each other and hang between the main stage event
Join the VRARA LA Chapter for an insightful session where we explore how the Cesium platform is revolutionizing the creation of digital twins using open standards! Discover the power of geospatial data and 3D technology to bridge the built and natural environments.
🗣 Speakers:
Dave Braig, PMP, GISP
Cory Barr
Ben Jewett
🎙 Hosted by:
Vahé Karamian
Learn how Cesium ion, CesiumJS, and integrations with Unreal Engine, Unity, and NVIDIA Omniverse are reshaping the future of digital twins, AR/VR applications, and more!
It is a pleasure for the VR/AR Association (VRARA) and VRARA Madrid to invite you to REBUILD REHABILITA - 2024 (October 22-24 | Sevilla-FIBES). VRARA members receive complimentary passes; email info@thevrara.com to obtain.
#REBUILDREHABILITA is the premier national event for the rehabilitation, renovation, energy efficiency, and climate control of homes and buildings, brought to you by REBUILD.
Over three days, more than 8,000 professionals will gather to discover the latest solutions, sustainable materials, and systems from over 180 exhibiting companies showcasing their innovations in the showroom area.
Alongside the National Congress of Advanced Rehabilitation, the largest forum for knowledge and trends, featuring a unique program of conferences. More than 250 experts will present disruptive projects and success stories across three simultaneous auditoriums, with tailored agendas for each professional profile.
Notable experts such as Xavier Vilalta from Vilalta Studio, Gabriele Schiavon from Lagranja Design, Jorge Alonso Rodríguez from Chapman Taylor, María Milagros Sanz from MilAguas, Ramón Esteve, José Antonio García from Prolisur, Claudio Morras from Enca Interiors, Pedro Ángel Armas from Arcon Canarias Instalaciones, Francisco Javier Martín Ramiro from MIVAU, María Pascual Sáez from URBIM DT, Roger Orriols from ROA Arquitectura, Fredi Turull from Turull-Sorensen Arquitectos, Ginés Garrido from Burgos & Garrido, Álvaro Pimentel from AISLA, Juán José Baena from EOVASTUDIO, David Martínez from AEDAS Homes, Jose Luis Sanz, Mayor of the City of Sevilla, Teresa Batlle from Picharchitects | Pich-Aguilera, María San Juan Grande from Habitat Colaborativo, and Ignacio Peinado from Fadeco Promotores, among others, will share key insights into rehabilitation.
Additionally, a variety of activities including multiple workshops, the Rehabitech Startup Forum, Talent Marketplace, and the Rehabitech Architecture Awards, among others, make REBUILD REHABILITA a unique platform for business, inspiration, and high-level networking.
Thanks to the collaboration agreement between VRARA Madrid and #REBUILDREHABILITA 2024, we are pleased to offer you a complimentary TYPE OF INVITATION so you won’t miss the national highlight in housing and building rehabilitation.
Join us on October 15, 2024 for the inaugural Nationwide Children’s XR Symposium to connect, collaborate and invigorate technological advancement, research discovery, talent development and impact of extended reality (XR) in the Midwest and beyond.
The conference will highlight emerging technology, research findings, innovative applications, and create partnerships in the field of extended reality across a number of industries. Our goal in hosting this conference is to bring together XR enthusiasts from across the Midwest to share exciting XR projects, happenings and lessons learned, generate new ideas, stimulate collaboration and foster a multi-industry XR community in the region.
VRARA Members receive 10% discount on their ticket; email info@thevrara.com to obtain and register today!
The Dallas Chapter President, Greg Ladd from Gamedriver, is pleased to announce that the Dallas Chapter will be hosting a VRARA Business Networking Event on the 14th October at the Hyatt Regency Dallas, Monduels Restaurant from 6-8pm.
This event is sponsored by HTC Vive and Virtualware. Come meet with HTC Vive North America President Dan O'brien and his leadership team, Virtualware CEO Unai Extremo and Virtualware USA President John Cunningham and enjoy a drink and hor d'oeuvres and learn about exciting new products from both companies while meeting with other senior executives from the industry.
We have reserved 25 free seats for VRARA Members on a first come first serve basis.
So if you are planning to attend the Augmented Enterprise Summit that starts on the 15th of October in the same hotel then you might want to register for a ticket.
Visit the event site for more information and to register (Note: VRARA members must have a code to register. Please email john@thevrara.com for the registration code.)
VRARA Members Receive 15% discount on tickets—email info@thevrara.com to obtain.
XRUK is a two day XR conference on the 14 and 15th Oct in Birmingham at the ICC!
This event brings together industry, academia and healthcare professionals including keynote speakers of Professor Sylvia Pan, Professor Marco Gillies, Professor George Papagiannakis (OramaVR), Dr Madeleine Keehner, Professor Timothy Jung, Professor Jag Dhanda (VRiMS) and Floris Van Der Breggen (SyncVR), Rob Periera (Pico), Azize Naji (Googleminds), Joe Varrasso (Apoqlar), Aromi Ibrahim (Immersive Tech Africa).
The VRARA Kansas City chapter is hosting the International Virtual Reality Healthcare Association (IVRHA) Midwest demo tour!
This will be an open house (you don't have to attend all 5 hours) featuring 12-15 companies demoing their XR solutions for healthcare. There will be a lunchtime presentation, "Deploying a Patient Facing AI Application at the American Cancer Society: Lessons Learned" and a VR Blood drive giving you a chance to donate blood while enjoying an immerse experience on the Hololens2. Please register on the tour site, tour.ivrha.org.
See you there!
We are proud to promote the R-Con Conference from our Strategic Partner Reality Capture Network . VRARA Members receive 20% ticket prices! Email info@thevrara.com to obtain.
R-CON 2024 is the premier event for built environment professionals.
With the brightest minds and most daring innovators in architecture, engineering, construction, surveying, and mapping, you are guaranteed to have an impactful experience.
Inspire.
R-CON puts you in the front seat of today's leading technology with current industry leaders. Hear from well-known speakers who are leading the charge in the built environment. Learn from the best. Connect with the brightest. Meet the decision-makers shaping industries.
Inform.
Looking for the next biggest built environment solution? Learn how to advance your skills with the most knowledgeable experts in reality capture. Every hour of R-CON is another opportunity to gain deep insights on how to sharpen your skills. Unlock cutting-edge reality capture knowledge and discover the latest in reality capture technology.
Empower.
The conference to elevate your network. Connect with innovators in numerous industries and build lasting relationships in an environment that truly values professional associations. Find new clients, create new partnerships, and land new opportunities.
R-CON is more than a conference; it’s a catalyst for transformative change and valuable relationships. R-CON is committed to equipping you with the knowledge and insights needed to make a tangible difference in your company and industry.
October 8-10 in Boise, Idaho. Register Now!
The VRARA Orlando Chapter is pleased to invite you to the next VRARA Central Florida Chapter event on Oct 2nd from 5:30-7:30 at the Orlando Tech Hub.
Our theme is "The Intersection of XR and AI" and we have 2 speakers that will share their insights and lead some panel discussions with other experts! Dr. Brian Stensrud, Technical Fellow at CAE USA and Dr. Robert Masson, CEO of eXeX a medtech startup here in Orlando.
Sheena Fowler, Vice President of Red 6 will be our Panel Moderator and Ariane Fikki is our event manager!
Come join us for an evening of learning and business networking!
VRARA is proud to be a media partner of AR/VR Display Forum 2024. Our members receive $100 off their ticket price; email info@thevrara.com to obtain.
AR/VR is the fastest growing application for the display industry and is expected to be a multi-billion dollar opportunity for suppliers. Many companies in the supply chain are developing technologies and components that will enable more immersive VR headsets and AR smart glasses.
DSCC will be hosting this in-person event fully dedicated to the emerging display technologies for Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. The conference will be held in-person for the first time in the Silicon Valley, gathering leading companies and experts to discuss the latest innovations in display technologies for Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality.
All attendees will also have access to recordings of the presentations after the event.
An exhibition area will be provided to showcase new products and prototypes. Space is limited so please get in touch to reserve a spot now. Sponsorship is also available: contact us for more information on the benefits of becoming a sponsor.
The AR/VR Display Forum will take place on October 1st at the Fremont Marriott Silicon Valley (Fremont, CA). The following day, DSCC and Counterpoint Research will hold the Tech Market Research Conference to present the latest insights and market analysis. This makes it simple and cost-effective to attend both events.
Join us for the exciting launch of the VRARA San Diego Chapter - an XR Industry event you won't want to miss!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of XR innovation and networking! Immerse yourself in the exciting world of spatial collaboration as you connect with industry leaders, explore emerging trends, and discover new business opportunities.
Discover the latest advancements in XR technology and learn how it's transforming industries from manufacturing, to defense, healthcare, and beyond.
Network with like-minded professionals, investors, and startups to build valuable relationships and explore potential collaborations.
Industry Insights: Hear from experts in the emerging tech industry
Networking Opportunities: Connect with investors, startups, and market leaders
Engaging Presentations: Gain valuable insights from fascinating panel discussions
Exclusive Demos: Explore immersive experiences unlike anything you’ve tried before
Networking Reception: Enjoy appetizers and beverages while mingling with fellow XR enthusiasts
Nathan Pettyjohn: Founder & President, VRARA
Sven Brunner: CEO, Sphere
Panel Speakers from Qualcomm, Globant, Interlock Capital, EvoNexus, and UCSD Center for Cyber-Archaeology.
Sphere
Qualcomm
Globant
TAP Systems
UCSD XR Lab
Address: The Qualcomm Institute is located in Atkinson Hall on the UC San Diego campus at the corner of Voigt Drive and Equality Lane; the building address is 3195 Voigt Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093.
Parking: Visitor parking is available in UC San Diego’s Hopkins Parking Structure (for more on visitor parking, see UC San Diego Transportation Services).
Maps: https://qi.ucsd.edu/contact/