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University of Maryland researchers record brainwaves to measure ‘cybersickness’ | EurekAlert! Science News

By July 9, 2021News

A test subject experiences a potentially stomach-churning virtual reality fly- through of a space station while her brain activity is monitored.

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Maryland Blended Reality Center

If a virtual world has ever left you feeling nauseous or disorientated, you’re familiar with cybersickness, and you’re hardly alone. The intensity of virtual reality (VR)–whether that’s standing on the edge of a waterfall in Yosemite or engaging in tank combat with your friends–creates a stomach-churning challenge for 30-80% of users.

Image: A test subject experiences a potentially stomach-churning virtual reality fly- through of a space station while her brain activity is monitored. CREDIT Maryland Blended Reality Center

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