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VSimulators featured in ITV Westcountry report on research using wearable tech to help people with Parkinson’s
November 20, 2023November 20, 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 […]

Healthcare, News by klm223
Former BBC journalist participates in Parkinson’s study using VSimulators
November 14, 2023November 14, 2023

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 […]

Healthcare, News by klm223
Motion sensitivity research could benefit people with inner ear condition
November 14, 2023November 14, 2023

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 […]

Case study, Healthcare by klm223
Helping people with Parkinson’s and freezing of gait take the first step: VSimulators technology supporting novel, low-cost community interventions
November 14, 2023November 14, 2023

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’ […]

Case study, Healthcare by klm223
VSimulators technology used in helping to develop footwear for active older people
November 14, 2023November 14, 2023

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 […]

Case study, Healthcare by klm223

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