Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Anti-Nausea Investigation
Agreement Number:
1008136
Agreement Value:
$15,086.02
Agreement Date:
Aug 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2024
Description:
MARS VR Lab, like other teams operating in the virtual reality space, have received feedback from some participants that driving/moving in-game induces nausea. The research and testing aims to identify the technical, visual and kinesthetic elements that are more likely to induce nausea. The team will research and test various methods to minimize the impact of these factors while still maintaining the learning experience. The team intends to consult field experts, aggregate VR research data, devise testing strategies and implement as many nausea-reducing tactics as possible.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA B3N 0A6
Reference Number:
172-2023-2024-Q2-1008136
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
708061080
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by -61 days. The total amended value is -49,459 dollars.
Amendment Date
May 16, 2024
Recipient's Legal Name:
MARS VR LAB INC.
Federal Riding Name:
Halifax
Federal Riding Number:
12005
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
541514
Amendments: