Exploring the Metaverse: Challenges and Applications

by Deepika Koundal PhD (Editor), Naveen Kumar (Editor)

Overview

Exploring the Metaverse: Challenges and Applications explores the various applications and challenges facing the metaverse, from privacy and security concerns to questions about the economy and ethical considerations. Drawing on insights from experts in technology, ethics, and economics, the book's authors provide a comprehensive overview of the metaverse and its potential implications. Through a series of engaging essays and thought-provoking case studies, they examine the complex issues facing the metaverse, such as the role of virtual identity, the impact on social interactions, and the potential for addiction. Finally, they explore potential solutions to these challenges, from technological innovations to policy interventions. - Provides a comprehensive overview of the metaverse, its origins, and its potential implications - Offers a clear understanding of what the metaverse is and why it matters - Presents in-depth analysis of the key challenges facing the metaverse, such as privacy and security concerns, economic implications, and ethical considerations - Explores potential solutions to the challenges facing the metaverse, including technological innovations, policy interventions, and social norms and practices that could help to mitigate the risks and maximize the benefits of this emerging technology

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780443241314
Publisher:	Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Publication date:	11/27/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	280
File size:	47 MB
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About the Author

Dr. Deepika Koundal currently serves as a Senior Researcher at the University of Eastern Finland, specializing in artificial intelligence, computer vision, medical image processing, neuroimaging, and deep learning. She holds a B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering and has received several prestigious accolades, including the MSCA Seal of Excellence from the European Commission. In 2023 and 2024, she was recognized as a top 2% researcher by Stanford University. Additionally, she is an Adjunct Researcher at Ho Chi Minh City Open University in Vietnam and a Senior Associate Professor at UPES, Dehradun, India. Dr. Koundal has earned multiple research excellence awards from UPES and has published numerous research articles, edited notable books, and holds several patents. Furthermore, she contributes as a guest and associate editor for leading journals, including those published by IEEE and Elsevier.
Dr Naveen Kuman is an Assistant Professor in the School of Design, UPES, Dehradun, India, where he is Principal Investigator at the Users Cognitive Load Centric Design Lab. He did his PhD in Human-Computer Interaction at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi and Postdoc in AR/VR based interface design from GNU, South Korea. His research focuses on measurement of cognitive load caused by complex user interface designs for smart factory (Industry 4.0). He has developed a design methodology to physiologically assess the cognitive load using brain signals and eye related data, and his research goal is to make tangible and virtual interfaces, systems and devices better based on the theories and methodologies of Human Factors and Human-Computer Interaction, especially in the fields of smart factory, VR/AR, and healthcare products. He has published 20 + articles in journals, international and national conferences. He has two national and two international awards in the field of HCI and product design. One patent in healthcare domain. He has total of 12 years of industry, research and teaching experience

Table of Contents

Section I: Introduction1. Overview of MetaverseSection II: Applications of the Metaverse2. Immersive Learning Environments3. Skills Development and Career Training4. Simulation and Scenario-Based Learning5. Entertainment and Gaming6. Education and Training7. Social and Professional Networking8. Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality9. Telepresence and Remote Work10. Virtual Communities and Social NetworksSection III: Challenges of the Metaverse11. Technical Challenges12. Economic Challenges13. Social and Ethical ChallengesSection IV: Perspectives on the Metaverse14 Future of the Metaverse15 Metaverse and the Environment16 Metaverse and GlobalizationSection V: Potential Future Developments17.Summary of Challenges and Perspectives

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Explores the various applications and challenges facing the metaverse, from privacy and security concerns to questions about the economy and ethical considerations