Join us for an exciting evening of exploring the latest in XR technology and networking with like-minded individuals at The Krook! This in-person event will take place on Thursday, June 8th, 2023 at 5:30 PM.

📍The Krook is located at 1 Miriam Makebaplein, 9000 Gent, making it easily accessible for anyone in the area.

Whether you're a developer, designer, pedagogue, teacher, academy director, HR representative, (planning on) using the technology in your organisation or simply interested in XR, this meetup is the perfect opportunity to learn, share ideas, and connect with others in the industry. Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of the XR community!

Here is the provisional agenda:

🗓️ 17u30 - 19u30: talks and demo's

➡️Keynote by Wim Vandamme of Granstudio : XR in car and mobility design
➡️Talk by Jeroen Famaey of IDLab (UGent - UAntwerpen - imec): Wireless Communication and Sensing for Extended Reality
➡️Talk by Jelle Saldien of imec-mict-UGent: XR Analytics for Improved Ergonomics and Safety
➡️Demo by Marc of Lynx Mixed Reality: Introducing an European Mixed Reality Standalone Headset
➡️Talk by Pieter-Jan Maes of IPEM: Presentation of projects related to art and science
➡️Talk and demo by Charlotte Larmuseau of HITlab_Howest: Woodcraft VR - implementing educational principles into VR training
➡️Talk by Deben Lamon of imec.icon: fund the research for your innovation

🗓️ 19u30 - end : reception and networking

This event is organised by imec-mict-UGent, HITlab_Howest and XR valley and is free for xr valley members and students.

Register now to this event: https://bit.ly/3q4Jg0m

We are looking forward to see you there!