Embedded Interaction Lab

Internships lay the groundwork for a strong career in tech, offering invaluable experience and a competitive edge. At EI Lab, we're proud to nurture young talents through our internship program. This month, we welcome Ms. Sanika Mahesh Awati, a B.Des student from the Symbiosis Institute of Design, interning under Dr. Keyur Sorathia, Associate Professor, Design, IITG. Sanika is diving into the exciting world of UX Design and Virtual Reality, gaining hands-on experience. Here's a glimpse of her journey with us!

🌟 Excited to share a glimpse of the inauguration of the "Educational Metaverse" project at the newly established Virtual Reality Section of the Guwahati Planetarium. This groundbreaking initiative is a significant step towards enriching Assam's science and technology ecosystem, offering immersive learning experiences to students and science enthusiasts.

The event was graced by the presence of Shri Keshab Mahanta কেশৱ মহন্ত, Hon’ble Minister of Science and Technology, Government of Assam. With this innovative addition, subjects such as physics, biology, geology, and space science will now be more accessible and engaging, fostering a deeper understanding among audiences.

Funded with ₹1 crore from the 2022-23 state budget, the project was brought to life through a collaboration with the Embedded Interaction Lab , Department of Design, IIT Guwahati, under the ‘Evam’ Project, which designed the VR modules and facilitated the VR headsets. This effort highlights the transformative power of technology in education.

The event was further enriched by the presence of notable dignitaries, including Mrs. Laya Madduri, Secretary of the Science-Technology and Climate Change Department, Dr. Jaydeep Barua, Director of the Assam Science Technology and Environment Council, Mr. Vijay Shankar Sharma, North East Convener of the National Science Museum Council, and Dr. Keyur Sorathia, Assistant Professor at IIT Guwahati.

This initiative marks a milestone in advancing education and inspiring innovation through cutting-edge technology. 🚀

🌟 Collaborating for Accessibility and Inclusivity 🌟

Pleased to share insights from an engaging brainstorming session between Dr. Keyur Sorathia (Associate Professor, IIT Guwahati) and Nilotpal Biswas (Postdoctoral Researcher, IIT Guwahati) at the Embedded Interaction Lab, Department of Design, IITG.

We’re advancing the project titled "Research and Design of Disability-Inclusive Virtual Shopping Experience," funded by Walmart. This initiative is a step forward in promoting accessibility, enabling individuals with disabilities to shop independently, and enhancing their quality of life through dignity and inclusion.

Together, we aim to create a future where technology bridges gaps, fosters independence, and empowers everyone. Excited for what lies ahead! 🚀

Embedded Interaction Lab just got a whole lot brighter! Welcome to Nilotpal Biswas, PhD, our new team member who joined as Project Post Doctoral Researcher! Looking forward to collaborative brilliance!

NIFT Shillong's 7th sem BDes Fashion Communication students immersed themselves in our lab for a 3-day experiential journey into Virtual and Augmented Reality!

Their comprehensive session included:

Expert lectures
Exploring cutting-edge XR applications
Hands-on tasks and assignments

Our team members Rishabh Pandey and Nilotpal Biswas, PhD were the star facilitators of the successfully conducted training, along side providing many insightful technical sessions to the participants.

We're thrilled to share our expertise with the next generation of fashion innovators, empowering them to revolutionize the industry with immersive technologies.



IIT Guwahati NIFT

Quick update. We published 1 full paper and 1 poster at the Academic Mindtrek Conference 2024 for our research and applied work in VR for education and user interfaces. My student Rishabh Pandey and my research staff Kaushiki Baheti presented the poster and full paper respectively.

Full paper is titled "Design and Evaluation of Gravity's Grip: A VR-based Educational Tool Designed for Novice Users"

Poster is titled "A Pilot Study on Hand-Referenced Menu User Interfaces for Head-Mounted Display Virtual Reality"

If you are interested in learning to design VR applications for novice VR users, and explore new user interface designs for complex menu user interfaces, there is certainly some learning for you in these papers.

Link to access the full paper - https://dl.acm.org/doi/abs/10.1145/3681716.3681718

Link to access the poster - https://dl.acm.org/doi/abs/10.1145/3681716.3689445

Design students from Karnavati University (KU) had an inspiring visit to Embedded Interaction Lab, where they got hands-on experience with our latest VR project. This immersive session allowed them to explore the intersection of design and technology, witnessing firsthand how virtual reality is transforming creative processes. Their enthusiasm and curiosity fueled engaging discussions on the future of design in the digital age. A day filled with innovation, learning, and a glimpse into the limitless possibilities that VR offers for the design industry.