Virtual
Reality
Virtual reality systems are opening up new possibilities for prevention, diagnosis, therapy, and teaching across every department at HIU.
Virtual reality systems — technologies capable of simulating or extending real physical spaces — are becoming part of everyday life. Across all departments at HIU, these tools open up genuinely new possibilities for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and teaching. Our work in this cluster spans studies on altitude exposure and stress perception, neuropsychological assessment of visual attention disorders, and the Virtual University Hospital as an innovative educational format.
Prof. Dr. Jochen Klenk
jochen.klenk@hi-university.deProf. Dr. Mariam Hartinger
mariam.hartinger@hi-university.deProf. Dr. Jochen Klenk
jochen.klenk@hi-university.deProf. Dr. Regine Mößle
regine.moessle@hi-university.deProf. Dr. Ingo Pals
ingo.pals@hi-university.deDr. Ella Weik
ella.weik@hi-university.de
Altitude Exposure and Stress in VR
Participants cross a plank at simulated height in a virtual environment. The study records both objective physiological stress responses and subjective stress perception — before, during, and after the task — then compares the two. The analysis also examines which personality traits shape these reactions, and whether a relaxation technique can help participants keep their stress in check.
Neuropsychological Assessment of Visual Selective Attention (TVA-VR)
People with neuropsychological conditions frequently experience difficulties with visual selective attention and information processing. Reliable diagnosis requires tightly controlled, highly standardised test conditions — something VR headsets are well placed to deliver. By covering the entire visual field and keeping all stimulation consistent, the headset creates a reproducible testing environment. The system is being validated across multiple trials, with reference values recorded for different patient groups.
Virtual University Hospital
This project developed and piloted virtual teaching and learning scenarios across several degree programmes. The pilot study examined acceptance, ease of use, and potential applications in teaching, marketing, and rehabilitation. With VR headsets, students can step into virtual patient rooms, revisit core anatomical knowledge through case-based scenarios, and sit in on history-taking sessions, clinical assessments, and difficult patient conversations.
Explanatory Video: Altitude Exposure
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