VSimulators is about to start a cutting-edge project in collaboration with Translational Research Fellow Sonia from the NIHR Exeter Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). Mind the […]
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VSimulators team train in use of medical technology to support groundbreaking research
VSimulators’ technical staff have attended a training course in Berlin to acquire new skills and knowledge in medical technology. James Bassitt, Senior Experimental Officer and […]
ESE PhD student a finalist in STEM for Britain awards
PhD student Nimmy Abraham was a finalist in the Engineering category of the annual STEM for Britain awards. Nimmy, a postgraduate researcher in the Vibration […]
Mind The Gap: Steps towards precision rehabilitation in chronic pain
Researchers in the University’s department of Sport & Health Sciences are using VR technology to understand the neurobiological mechanisms of chronic pain to develop effective […]
Wearable device aims to transform mobility in Parkinson’s
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 […]
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 […]