3D Virtual Reality Technology for Cultural Heritage: More than computer games September 24, 2008

This free-to-attend event will be a great opportunity to talk with people from IT, museums and cultural organisations who share a common interest in intergrating technology and culture.

We will start off with a short talk on:

” 3D Virtual Reality Technology for Cultural Heritage: More than computer games”

Speaker: Karina Rodriguez Echavarria, Research Fellow, University of Brighton.

The use of 3D technology for Cultural Heritage is becoming increasingly popular. Nevertheless, there is still a lack of understanding of its potential and how to use it in order to enhance the documentation, research and communication of Cultural Heritage. Hence, many people still refer this technology mainly to “computer games” without considering other prospective uses.

This presentation will describe 3D Virtual Reality technology in a friendly way. It will also encourage discussion on ways in which this technology can contribute to the heritage sector as well as support and challenge visitors’ interpretation of the heritage displayed in museums and cultural sites.

There is no bar, but you can bring your own drinks.

So feel free to bring drinks for yourself and to share!

Official Website: http://www.culturegeeks.org.uk