The ARVR Lab
at the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences, Augusta University
in collaboration with the Cybermedia Center at Osaka University
Empowering education and training through augmented and virtual reality
The ARVR Lab is a state-of-the art laboratory within Augusta University's School of Computer and Cyber Sciences. As part of the Cyber-Physical Systems group, we build hardware and software that can improve how we interact with virtual content and strive to achieve a balance of theoretical and practical research. See our Lab Intro Video for more details: Lab Intro Video
Recent Research
Fast Gaze Selection and Interaction
Orlosky, J., Liu., C, Sakamoto, K., Sidenmark, L., & Mansour, A. (2024). EyeShadows: Peripheral Virtual Copies for Rapid Gaze Selection and Interaction. To appear in the Proceedings of the IEEE conference on Virtual Reality. [Best Presentation Honorable Mention]
Simulation of Visual Deficits in Virtual Reality
Alexander, D., Nguyen, T., Keller, P., Orlosky, J., Brown, S., Wood, E., ... & Jirau-Rosaly, W. (2020, March). Design of visual deficit simulation for integration into a geriatric physical diagnosis course. In 2020 IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces Abstracts and Workshops (VRW) (pp. 838-839). IEEE.
ARVR Lab Topics
Topics include the practical use of head worn augmented reality during training, dynamic activities, or outdoor navigation
We also strongly encourage students to come up with their own topics in AR, VR, Eye tracking, ML and AI.
This includes the use of eye tracking and biometrics to help detect cognitive states and regulate or support a user's actions through visualization.
We develop intelligent agents that help facilitate remote learning and training in co-located / remote environments.
Getting your MS or PhD in Computer Science
The ARVR Lab is looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for solving challenging research problems.
Students who would like to apply to our Lab as part of their SCCS Masters or PhD program application should submit the following additional documents via e-mail to jorlosky {at} augusta.edu. Full funding for PhD students and tuition wavers are available on a competitive basis.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (2 pages max)
A 1-page research plan in double column format, including 1) your motivations for doing research as an MS or PhD student, 2) the technical content, and 3) a general plan for conducting the project(s).
Copies of any undergraduate or graduate transcripts (official copies may be requested later)
We are also looking for research assistants, who may be invited to apply directly for the MS or PhD program based on their performance. Assistantships range from one semester to one year, and applicants should follow the same process outlined above.
Ideal applicants (for graduate studies or research assistants at our lab) should have the following qualifications.
Required:
a technical background in computer science, computer/electrical engineering, or similar discipline
clearly defined research goals
the ability to work well with other teams of students and researchers
a command of written and spoken English
Recommended:
Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: cognitive science, human computer interaction, artificial intelligence, art, and/or computer graphics
Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: C++, C#, Python, JAVA
Knowledge of one or more of the following tools: Unity 3D, Unreal Engine, OpenCV, SLAM, Blender, OpenGL, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality
Keywords: Augmented Reality; Virtual Reality; Eye Tracking; Artificial Intelligence; Interaction; Remote Collaboration