XR (extended reality)

XR is a developing technology in diverse fields. From education, research, medical education to defence is using XR. What are the possibilities, opportunities, and applications of extended reality for education and research?

XR in education and research

XR (extended reality) technology is an umbrella term for Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR). XR allows you to approximate a real-world experience in a virtual setting.

Different forms within XR

VR creates a completely computer-generated environment that replaces the real world.
AR adds digital information or virtual objects to the physical world.
MR goes a step further than AR by adding interaction between the user and virtual elements.

Role of SURF

SURF organises events, publishes reports on XR and brings together professionals from education and research to talk about XR. You can also join the XR Developers Network.

XR Developers Network

With the XR Developers Network, we want to bring people together to take the use of XR for education and research in the Netherlands to the next level from a technical and development perspective. The XR Developer Network organises regular meetings and builds a thriving community around the technical sides of eXtended Reality. Are you interested in joining? Send an email to xr@surf.nl