Beeld bij programma over VR en empathie van Radboud Reflects.
Beeld bij programma over VR en empathie van Radboud Reflects.

Virtual Reality: Technology for Greater Empathy? | Lecture and Conversation with Behavioral Scientist Gero Lange and VR Artist Silas Neumann

This programme was in Dutch, please visit the Dutch page for the complete recap and review.

Podcast

Wednesday, 1 October 2025 | 20:00 – 21:30 | Steigerzaal, De Lindenberg | Radboud Reflects and De Lindenberg Art & Technology

Can a virtual experience make you feel something you would otherwise never understand? Virtual reality (VR) is no longer just a gimmick—it’s a powerful tool that can stir your thoughts and emotions. By immersing yourself in a carefully designed virtual scenario, you may be confronted with your own fears, beliefs, or blind spots. But how does that work exactly? And how can it be done safely? Come and listen to VR artist Silas Neumann and behavioral scientist Gero Lange as they explore these questions.

 

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Organizational unit
Radboud Reflects
About person
Dr W.G. Lange (Gero)
Theme
Philosophy, Behaviour, Innovation, Artificial intelligence (AI), Society, Science, Health & Healthcare