Virtual Simulation News from Acadicus
October 2020
Acadicus Roundtable with Dr. Nick Slamon (video)
We asked thought leaders in healthcare and education to share their vision for VR healthcare simulation and what it might enable
read moreThought Leaders Share Visions for the Future of Virtual Simulation
We asked thought leaders in healthcare and education to share their vision for VR healthcare simulation and what it might enable
read moreAZ Simulation Network Presentation
3D virtual environments can aid in the visualization of data in a way that could introduce insights and new perspectives that are not as easily gained through 2D representations alone.
read moreJohn “Pathfinder” Lester Joins Acadicus Team
“In this study, there were no differences in the accuracy of performance while learning the steps to prepare for airway intubation between inexperienced learners who used VR technology and experienced senior fellows.”
read moreResearch Results: VR Sim for Pediatric Airway Intubation Readiness Education
“In this study, there were no differences in the accuracy of performance while learning the steps to prepare for airway intubation between..”
read moreMajor Acadicus Virtual Simulation Update
Assets are the 3D models of equipment and patients that are added to a Simulation Environment using the Scene Editing Tools.
read moreVR Medical Imaging and Treatment for Ryerson University
This Medical Imaging Virtual Experience for Ryerson University allows students to visualize, interact with, and learn more about a variety of devices.
read moreCall for Virtual Standardized Patients
Apply to become a Virtual Standardized Patient, serving as the voice of a patient during live online simulations.
read moreMind Mapping and Spreadsheets in VR
3D virtual environments can aid in the visualization of data in a way that could introduce insights and new perspectives that are not as easily gained through 2D representations alone.
read morePhotorealistic Avatars – Without Face Tracking
The new Codec Avatars don’t require dedicated eye and mouth cameras, instead using a neural network to use eye-tracking data and microphone audio to infer the user’s facial expression.
read moreThe SimGeeks Podcast
The SimGeeks Podcast, with William Belk and David Shablak, provides a steady stream of solid commentary on insights delivered in a way that’s fun and engaging to listen to.
read moreSteam’s VR Surge Still Holding Steady
The surprising news isn’t that Steam had a surge in connected VR headsets after Half Life: Alyx’s release, but rather that Steam has retained almost all of that growth.
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Additional Resources
Virtual Nursing Simulation
A library of virtual nursing simulations, scenarios, environments, characters and equipment are being developed. Access demo simulations for free in Acadicus.
read moreVirtual Airway Content
Operating room virtual reality simulation content pack with airway management / endotracheal intubation assets.
read moreEMS Content
This virtual medical simulation content pack aligns with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) training and education activities.
read moreEmergency Room Content
This virtual simulation content pack includes assets for basic wound treatment in an emergency room environment.
read moreECG Content
This content pack contains everything needed to conduct ECG lead placement training through virtual simulation. Accessible in VR or non-VR.
read moreVirtual Respiratory Therapy Content
The Respiratory Therapy asset pack includes an elderly patient, various oxygen adjuncts, and interactive oxygen flow meter.
read moreHuman Muscular System
The human muscular visualization pack is now available for use in Acadicus, in VR or non-VR, for live or recorded lessons.
read moreHeart Block Visualization
The Heart Block virtual visualization asset includes an interactive 3D model with 4 different blocks, selected from an interactive interface.
read moreAcadicus Pro
Acadicus Pro Space is a cloud hosted environment containing your simulation scenarios, where you can invite students to participate in live simulations or capture 3D recordings of instructor demonstrations.
read moreSimulation Setup Guide
Acadicus provides lots of options for using virtual simulation. This post will cover step-by-step instructions for common use cases.
read moreCharacters
Acadicus comes with a library of characters that can be used to stage a wide variety of simulation scenarios that can be manipulated with Sim Manager.
read moreEnvironments
Within the environment, characters, equipment and other assets can be added to the scene depending on the scenario.
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