Spatial Navigation Study Using Immersive Virtual Reality
The Human Spatial Cognition Laboratory is looking for healthy adults (18 - 35 years) and older adults (65 – 80 years) to participate in a research study using immersive virtual reality to better understand the nuances of human navigation strategies.
Procedure:
- A single appointment: Up to 4 hours in a virtual reality environment performing navigation tasks.
- Weekday and weekend appointments available!
Participant Eligibility:
To participate in this study, you will need to meet the following requirements:
- Between 18 – 35 or 65 – 80 years old.
- Have normal or corrected to normal vision.
- No history of neurological or psychiatric disorders or seizures.
Compensation:
You will be compensated at a rate of $20 per hour, for a total of up to $80.
Contact:
If you would like to participate or have any questions, please email:
NOTE: In the Subject line, please specify: "Spatial Navigation VR Study"
An Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at The University of Arizona reviewed this research project and found it to be acceptable, according to applicable state and federal regulations and University policies designed to protect the rights and welfare of participants in research.
Updated: 01/06/25