A platform for creating interactive virtual reality science education experiences
10k: A platform for immersive science education
This study is all about creating fun and engaging virtual reality experiences for teachers and students to help make learning science more exciting and easier to understand, even if you don't have any tech skills!
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dynamoid, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922546 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a platform that allows educators and scientists to create immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences to enhance student engagement in science. By utilizing real data, the platform aims to make science education more interactive and accessible without requiring users to have coding or design skills. The project will refine methods for producing these VR experiences and develop a curriculum model that integrates these immersive tools into various educational settings. The goal is to improve students' motivation and understanding of scientific concepts through innovative technology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include educators, students, and schools looking to improve science education through innovative technology.
Not a fit: Patients who may not receive benefit from this research include those outside the educational system, such as individuals not involved in STEM education or training.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance student engagement and interest in STEM fields, leading to improved educational outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using virtual reality to enhance educational engagement, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, United States
- Dynamoid, INC. — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gonzalez, Laura Lynn — Dynamoid, INC.
- Study coordinator: Gonzalez, Laura Lynn
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.