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Advances in Virtual Reality Applications

A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Computing and Artificial Intelligence".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 December 2025 | Viewed by 461

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Interests: psychoacoustics; virtual reality; assistive technology; auralization
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Dear Colleagues,

The concept of Digital Reality (DR) involves technical solutions using augmented and virtual environments—including audiovisual and tactile/haptic modalities—with a view towards creating functionally integrated digital ecosystems. DR can be assisted not only by increasingly high-fidelity I/O devices, but also by real-time, high-speed network connections, as well as sophisticated AI methods. Furthermore, DR research also focuses on cognitive aspects and human factors, i.e., how users perceive and interact with fully immersive 360 degree scenarios. The various forms of "Internet of somethings" are now covered under the umbrella term Internet of Digital Reality (IoD), which deals with digital cognitive entities and their networked communication. In the era of 5G-enhanced communication, virtual environments, metaverses, multimodal HCI, and widespread AI solutions, the synthesis of interdisciplinary fields is inevitable.

This Special Issue invites technical papers with a focus on any combination of technologies contributing to the vision of Digital Reality, with special focus on virtual reality applications. A wide scope of research fields will be covered, including but not limited to e-health, digital healthcare, telecommunications, education, automotive solutions, gaming, etc.

Dr. György Wersényi
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Keywords

  • virtual reality
  • virtual and augmented realities
  • cognitive infocommunication
  • 3D immersion
  • human factors

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Effectiveness of High-Intensity Therapy in Rehabilitation of Parkinson’s Disease Patients
by Szilvia Kóra, György Wersényi, Péter Prukner, István Drotár, Nándor Prontvai, Petra Kós and József Tollár
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(11), 5890; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15115890 - 23 May 2025
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Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder with no cure. In this randomized controlled study, 100 patients with PD were assigned to four intervention groups (Exergame, Cycling, Agility, and Robot) for 14 weeks. This study evaluates the effectiveness of high-intensity therapy in [...] Read more.
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder with no cure. In this randomized controlled study, 100 patients with PD were assigned to four intervention groups (Exergame, Cycling, Agility, and Robot) for 14 weeks. This study evaluates the effectiveness of high-intensity therapy in a randomized clinical trial. Exergaming, cycling, agility, and robot therapies improved motor function, postural stability, and cardiovascular health. Heart rate monitoring and Borg Scale ratings confirmed the safety and adaptability of high-intensity training, with patients sustaining moderate-to-high exertion without adverse effects. Significant improvements were observed in gait speed (+0.30–0.50 m/s), Functional Independence Measure (FIM) (+25–30 points), and Berg Balance Scale scores. Integrating high-intensity, functional movement-based therapies into PD rehabilitation may offer superior motor, gait, and cardiovascular benefits compared to conventional methods. Full article
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Applications of AI and VR in High-Risk Training Simulations: A Bibliometric Review
by Pablo Fernández-Arias, Antonio del Bosque, Georgios Lampropoulos and Diego Vergara
Appl. Sci. 2025, 15(10), 5424; https://doi.org/10.3390/app15105424 - 13 May 2025
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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR) in high-risk training simulations represents a significant advance in preparing professionals for critical situations. This study presents an exhaustive bibliometric review of the scientific literature published between 2015 and 2025, analyzing the trends, [...] Read more.
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR) in high-risk training simulations represents a significant advance in preparing professionals for critical situations. This study presents an exhaustive bibliometric review of the scientific literature published between 2015 and 2025, analyzing the trends, impact, and evolution of these technologies in various high-risk fields. The methodology employed included systematic searches in databases, such as Web of Science and Scopus, using keywords related to AI, VR, and high-risk simulation. Here, 700 articles were analyzed, applying co-citation analysis and scientific mapping techniques. The results reveal an exponential growth in publications on this topic, with an average annual increase of 5.54%. The following main thematic clusters were identified: emergency medicine, aviation, nuclear industry, and disaster response. The co-authorship analysis showed strong international collaboration, with the United States, China, and Germany standing out as leaders in research. This study provides a comprehensive view of the current state of research, identifying the main areas, gaps, and opportunities in the application of AI and VR in high-risk training. Full article
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