Meetup #19 – Advancing XR Regulation: Exploring Pros, Cons and Suggestions for a Human Centred Development Process in XR4Human
Date: July 3rd, 2023
Time: 16:30 – 17:00 CET
Location: Online
In this meet-up, Marco Correa Pérez – lawyer specialised in Intellectual Property, Data Protection, and Digital Technologies Law and currently legal council at Leiden University Learning and Innovation Centre, will introduce XR4Human, an EU-funded project that aims to co-create ethical guidelines and address policy, regulatory, governance, and interoperability issues surrounding XR technologies.
During the meet-up, we will delve into the intricacies of XR’s integration with other technologies, potential for standardisation of hardware and software, and the varying legislations across the EU. XR technology opens up endless possibilities, but it also poses risks, be it physical, mental, or legal. It is crucial to acknowledge and mitigate these risks within policy frameworks.
Join us for an enlightening session and dive into the current state of XR regulation and its relationship with industry, government, and civil society stakeholders. Gain insights into the way forward for a human-oriented approach to XR technology.
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About the Meetups
XR ERA organizes regular meetups to share knowledge, ideas, and experiences on various XR-related topics. Got an insight, experience, or project to share, or would you like to start a discussion? You’re welcome to present your work, questions, and challenges during a meetup. The XR ERA team organizes the meetups. Reach us at xrcommunity@llinc.leidenuniv.nl with your topic suggestion.
Past Meetups
Bridging the Gap Between Researcher and Developer When Developing Educational XR Applications | Recap Meetup #18
On December 17, 2022, we explored how researchers and developers work together on XR projects and how to approach an idea that can add value to an educational experience. Topics ranged from common pitfalls and how to avoid them to where to find funding. The meetup was hosted by and on the Media & Learning Association platform.
The Legal and Ethical Obligations of Implementing XR in Education
XR holds great potential for transforming education, offering novel and effective learning experiences, and is increasingly adopted by higher education institutions. There are, however, overlapping legal frameworks that apply when implementing XR, particularly data protection and intellectual property laws. Beyond legal obligations, ethical considerations are paramount.
The Role of Wearable Haptic Devices in XR | Recap Meetup #16
WEART develops wearable haptic devices that enable a naturalistic and comfortable interaction with virtual objects, surfaces, and materials, allowing people to grasp, touch, feel, and manipulate content. By implementing rich haptic feedback — a combination of forces, vibrations, and thermal cues — the experience is brought to a high level of realism, which is deemed crucial to engagement and effective learning.
Virtual and Augmented Reality Passenger Experiences | Recap Meetup #15
Aimed at radically improving passenger experiences by utilizing XR, ViAjeRo explores a range of AR and VR scenarios for different modes of transportation, focusing on entertainment, work, and collaboration activities.
The Extended Reality Initiative at the University of Michigan | Recap Meetup #13
The Extended Reality Initiative launched in the fall of 2019 with the aim to actively engage the University of Michigan community with knowledge and content through immersive technology.
Teaching Challenging Concepts in Molecular and Cellular Biotechnology Using VR | Recap Meetup #11
ELEVATE is a collaborative multidisciplinary project that aims to develop concepts and tools for teaching and understanding complex molecular structures and processes in cell culture, virology, and molecular biology.
Towards a Shared Resource for Safe and Ethical Use of XR in Higher-Education | Recap Meetup #7
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Aligning 3D Learning and Assessment in XR | Recap Meetup #6
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Community Meetup August 2020 | Recap Meetup #1
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