The extraordinary capacity of immediately inducing users into telepresence is perhaps one of the greatest benefits brought by virtual reality (VR). As discussed previously here at LiveInnovation.org, Telepresence refers to a mental projection that enables users to feel like there are elsewhere. The projection enabled by VR has already numerous benefits: From education to surgery;...

There is absolutely no doubt: Playing a musical instrument, listening to music or even singing have enormous positive effects on one’s life and cognitive development. In this article I would like to show you 15 presentations from TED conferences discussing clear evidence of the incredible effects of music in our brains. For example, ways in which our brains deal with...

If you are reading this article it can only mean one thing: You are finishing or have finished your thesis and soon will have your colloquium! (Also called “viva” or “oral defense”). CONGRATULATIONS! Please do not be nervous or anxious. I am here to help you. I’ve developed some recommendations for you to have a successful colloquium! HERE WE GO!...

During my childhood I recurrently had nightmares. Sometimes I fell from cliffs, other times a family member passed away. Occasionally I was being chased by dogs. And everything was always so real. But real only in my mind. It was purely a result of my imagination, or perhaps an unconscious interpretation of my conscious fears. My dreams felt real because my mind had projected an...

Sooo… it seems like you’ve finished your thesis and you are close to printing, submitting it to your supervisor and heading to the pub to have a relaxing beer, right? CONGRATULATIONS for coming this far! It has been a long way, right? You are almost there! But Wait a Minute! It’s not time to print or submit! …This is what you MUST do: Don’t go to the pub. Instead, get...