Author Biographies

Dr. Alina Napetschnig is a Research Associate at Bochum University of Applied Sciences. With an academic background in physiotherapy, she works in the interdisciplinary field of health technologies. In recent years, her research has focused particularly on the use of virtual reality (VR) to promote health and prevention in older adults. Her main interests lie in digital solutions that support healthy ageing. Keywords: health technologies, healthy ageing, older adults, virtual reality, prevention, digital health care.
Prof. Wolfgang Deiters is a Full Professor specializing in health technologies at Bochum University of Applied Sciences, with a background in computer science. His research focuses on robotics, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), and innovative technologies for nursing and care. He is particularly interested in user-centered application development and participatory design, ensuring that end-users are actively involved in creating practical and effective health technology solutions. Keywords: health technologies, robotics, AR/VR, care technologies, user-centric development, participatory design.
Prof. Klara Brixius is a Professor at the Institute of Movement and Cardiovascular Research at the German Sport University Cologne. Her research focuses on the use of immersive technologies—such as augmented and virtual reality—to promote physical activity and health. She places particular emphasis on age-associated technological solutions designed to support mobility, balance, and cardiovascular health in older adults. Additional areas of interest include physiological responses to digital interventions, interactive training formats, and the integration of movement-based technologies into the everyday lives of seniors. Keywords: immersive technologies, AR/VR, age-related technological solutions, movement science, cardiovascular research, older adults, digital health promotion, everyday technologies.
Michael Bertram holds a degree in Computer Science with a focus on media design. He is the founder of Vobe GbR, where he works as an independent developer specializing in the design and implementation of AR/VR applications and mobile apps. His work bridges the gap between technology and user experience, with an emphasis on interactive, immersive environments. He is particularly interested in developing intuitive digital solutions for education, health, and participatory media experiences. Keywords: media design, AR/VR development, app development, immersive technologies, interactive applications, digital innovation, user experience design.
Christoph Vogel is a Computer Science graduate and co-founder of Vobe GbR. He also works as a research associate at the University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf, where he is actively involved in the development lab MiReVI (Mixed Reality and Visualization). His expertise lies in the areas of human–computer interaction, augmented and virtual reality, and the development of user-centered immersive applications. Christoph focuses on the design of innovative interaction concepts and participatory technology development, particularly in the context of education, health, and culture. Keywords: computer science, AR/VR, human–computer interaction, immersive technologies, participatory design, MiReVI, application development, digital media.
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