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Virtual Environments & Cognitive Training Research (VECToR) Lab

Exploring Virtual Environments and Cognitive Training for a Smarter, Connected Future

Welcome to VECToR Lab

The VECToR Lab is a multidisciplinary research group focused on human–technology interactions with a special emphasis on Extended Reality (XR) and human–non-human teaming.

Our research explores how virtual environments and cognitive training can improve learning, collaboration, and performance across diverse contexts, from classrooms to fieldwork.

We bring together experts in psychology, computer science, education, and engineering to design and evaluate technologies that bridge the gap between humans and intelligent systems.

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Meet our team

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Nicholas Rolston

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School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering

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Join Our Research Team

By joining our lab, you’ll gain valuable insights into how technology can improve learning and teamwork.

Participants and student researchers gain hands-on experience in:

This is a great opportunity to develop your skills in research methodology, cognitive science, and technology design, while helping shape the future of human–technology interaction.

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Heather Lum

Assistant Professor

Human Systems Engineering, The Polytechnic School

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