A pioneering partnership is developing the use of wearable devices to transform mobility for people with Parkinson’s – unlocking the potential for greater independence and […]
Month: November 2023
VSimulators featured in ITV Westcountry report on research using wearable tech to help people with Parkinson’s
The VSimulators facility at Exeter Science Park was featured in an ITV Westcountry news segment about research with the University of Exeter’s Medical School using […]
Partners on project to create immersive learning environments enjoy visit to VSimulators
Partners from a consortium collaborating on a project to create virtual applications for water engineers spent the afternoon at VSimulators during a week’s residential training […]
Postural control during perturbated balance in people with chronic ankle instability
Biomechanists are exploring the strategies used by people with chronic ankle instability to balance. Chronic ankle instability often develops after repeated ankle sprains, or a […]
Former BBC journalist participates in Parkinson’s study using VSimulators
Journalist and former BBC News Technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones visited VSimulators, the University’s multi-disciplinary research facility at Exeter Science Park to participate in a study […]
Motion sensitivity research could benefit people with inner ear condition
Research into motion sensitivity could lead to improved rehabilitation programmes and an improvement in building designs for people with a rare inner ear condition that […]
VSimulators featured in interview series with TechExeter
The Exeter VSimulator features in an interview series by TechExeter, which includes insights into the facility from academic partners and technical experts. The videos include […]
Helping people with Parkinson’s and freezing of gait take the first step: VSimulators technology supporting novel, low-cost community interventions
Researchers at several institutions have been collaborating on a project aiming to train people with Parkinson’s to shift their balance and overcome ‘freezing of gait’ […]
VSimulators technology used in helping to develop footwear for active older people
Dr Sharon Dixon, Associate Professor in Biomechanics, has used the University of Exeter’s VSimulators facility at Exeter Science Park to help develop safe and comfortable […]
VSimulators used to explore balance in standing or walking people
Dr Naser Taleshi recently completed his PhD, in which he used the University of Exeter’s VSimulators facility at Exeter Science Park to explore the balance […]