Effects of immersive VR, non-immersive VR, and 3D-printed models on anatomy learning
Official title: The Effect of Immersive Virtual Reality, Non-Immersive Virtual Reality, and 3D-Printed Models on Learning Performance and Cognitive Load in Anatomy Education
Run by Abant Izzet Baysal University · NCT07886970 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether immersive VR, non-immersive VR, or 3D-printed models help college students learn anatomy and handle cognitive load.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Abant Izzet Baysal University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bolu, Merkez) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 1, 2026 |
| Main results expected | February 1, 2027 |
| Study ends | March 1, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | November 10, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07886970 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Healthy college students who are willing to participate and have a Titmus stereopsis score greater than 40 arcseconds.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals with recent upper-extremity injuries, significant vision loss, photosensitive epilepsy, or history of VR-induced motion sickness may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The trial compares three visual and interactive formats—immersive virtual reality, traditional screen-based VR, and physical 3D-printed anatomy models—to see how they affect learning performance, sense of presence, embodiment, and cognitive load in healthy college students. Participants will engage with the materials and complete assessments to measure understanding and mental effort. The study excludes individuals with recent upper limb injuries, significant visual impairment, or conditions that could be exacerbated by VR experiences. The aim is to identify which representation method best supports anatomy learning with manageable cognitive demands.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the findings could guide educators in selecting teaching tools that optimize anatomy learning while minimizing cognitive load.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown mixed results; some embodied learning methods improve understanding, while others increase cognitive or physical demands.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Willing to participate * Titmus stereopsis score \>40 arc/s Exclusion Criteria: * Previous experience of bone models either in real world or virtual reality * History of upper extremity trauma in past 6 months * Total or partial eye sight lost * History of photosensitive epilepsy or visually triggered seizures * Active vestibular disorders or a history of severe VR-induced motion sickness that could interfere with participation
Where it's running
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Faculty of Health Sciences Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University
Bolu, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: ramazan kurul, phd — Abant Izzet Baysal University
- Study coordinator: Enes Tayyip Benli, phd
- Email: enestayyipbenli@gmail.com
- Phone: +905436414731
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.