Open, interactive research lab of Immersive Technologies
The XRCENTER serves as an open interactive center. Its goal is to familiarize the public with new technologies. The Center is characterized by its interdisciplinary nature, conducting research in Biomedical Technology, Medical Informatics, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Medicine, Psychology, and Education.
It offers interactive courses, data visualization, seminars, and conferences. Additionally, it engages in the preservation of cultural heritage, cultural promotion events, and art. The lab fosters interdepartmental and interinstitutional collaborations.
Comprising over 25 faculty members from the University of Ioannina, with more than 10 individuals working at the center, the XRCenter plays a pivotal role in the scientific and cultural life of the region, filling a void that was previously lacking such facilities.
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The Human-Computer Interaction Laboratory, as part of its mission, aims to address the educational and research needs of the Department of Computer Science and Telecommunications at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
This includes providing an appropriate academic environment to fulfill teaching and research needs, conducting scientific research, and organizing local and national conferences, symposiums, seminars, and lectures
Perceptual Interfaces, Bio signal Retrieval and Analysis, Bioinformatics and Digital Transformation Technologies are among the research fields of interest. The lab is equipped with numerous tools to facilitate the research interests.
Based in the city of Arta. The department operates in two modern buildings at the University Campus of Kostakioi in Arta. With over 500 active students, 18 members of Teaching and Research Staff, a master's and doctoral degree program and 4 research laboratories with doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, the Department of Informatics & Telecommunications is an active cell for the production of knowledge and opportunities for young people seeking a successful career in the field of Informatics and Telecommunications.
The main purpose of the Department is the development of intense research activity in modern areas of Informatics and Telecommunications, and the participation in national and European research and development projects to attract external resources.
Faculty professors have a large number of published work in leading scientific journals, have developed important international collaborations with relevant departments abroad and participate in scientific committees of international journals and conferences of recognized prestige. The professional rights of the graduates of the Department are equivalent to those of graduates of related Departments of Greek Universities.
The Epirus XR Center student group is an active community of students focused on the creation and application of immersive reality technologies (VR, AR, MR) and other technologies.
Democratization of technology: We want students of all levels to have access to advanced XR tools, regardless of experience.
Interdisciplinary approach: We collaborate with other fields such as biomedical technology, psychology, and education to develop innovative projects.
Innovation & Research: Through projects, seminars, and research initiatives, we aim to produce new knowledge and technological solutions.
Cultural Participation: We integrate XR technology into cultural heritage, art, and education activities.
We implement interactive XR laboratory projects, where students design VR/AR/MR applications.
We organize workshops, seminars, and presentations to disseminate XR know-how.
We participate in events and exhibitions.
We support interdisciplinary research projects in collaboration with the HCI Lab and other university departments.
Gain practical experience with cutting-edge technologies (VR, AR, haptics, biosignals).
Network with professors, researchers, and other students.
Contribute to actions that impact the local community and education through technology.
Take part in projects funded by research programs.
Fill out the student registration form on the EpirusXR Center website.
Contact the team via email: epirusxrcenter@uoi.gr
Follow the announcements and events on the "News" pages of EpirusXRCenter.