Participating in the Engineering Fair of the Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering was a memorable and meaningful experience for members of URA Research Group. The event was not only an opportunity to present a research prototype to the academic community, but also a lively day of interaction, discussion, and hands-on demonstration with students and lecturers across the faculty.
From early in the morning, the team prepared the booth and set up the VR system designed to support doctors in visualizing information for the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. As the fair began, the booth quickly attracted attention, especially from students curious about how virtual reality could be applied beyond entertainment, particularly in healthcare and medical decision support.
Throughout the day, visitors were invited to experience the system directly by wearing the VR headset and interacting with the virtual environment. Observing first-time users explore medical data in a three-dimensional space was both exciting and insightful. Many participants expressed interest in how VR could help doctors better understand disease progression, while others asked about the technical challenges behind building such a system. These conversations created an open and engaging atmosphere, where research ideas could be shared in an accessible and interactive way.
One of the highlights of the day was receiving feedback from faculty members and fellow students. Their questions and suggestions provided valuable perspectives on usability, visualization design, and potential future applications of the system. For the team, this real-time interaction was especially meaningful, as it allowed research concepts developed in the lab to be tested and discussed in a practical, real-world setting.
Beyond presenting the product itself, the Engineering Fair was also an opportunity for connection. Team members exchanged ideas with other groups, learned about different research directions, and gained inspiration from the diverse projects showcased during the event. The fair truly reflected the collaborative and innovative spirit of the academic community.
Looking back, the Engineering Fair was more than just a presentation day for URA Research Group. It was a valuable experience that strengthened teamwork, improved communication skills, and reaffirmed the importance of bringing research closer to society. Moments like these remind us why research matters—not only in theory, but also in how it can be shared, experienced, and understood by others.