Astrovisualization

Overview: As part of the Universe of Learning project, the Caltech/IPAC team is using immersive technologies (VR/AR) to develop visualization tool and products that create a novel and more intuitive way to interact with and learn about science and the universe. In addition, we plan to provide a forum for those engaged in science visualization activities to share their knowledge and experience via a series of annual astrovisualization workshops. During these workshops, attendees will collaborate on the development of immersive visualization products that benefit the science and outreach communities, as well as document/communicate best practices in the field to the wider community.

As part of the Universe of Learning project, the Caltech/IPAC team is using immersive technologies (VR/AR) to develop visualization tool and products that create a novel and more intuitive way to interact with and learn about science and the universe. In addition, we plan to provide a forum for those engaged in science visualization activities to share their knowledge and experience via a series of annual astrovisualization workshops. During these workshops, attendees will collaborate on the development of immersive visualization products that benefit the science and outreach communities, as well as document/communicate best practices in the field to the wider community.

VR/AR

The Caltech/IPAC group has created a short VR experience featuring the Trappist-1 system. The demo is now an integral part of many of our outreach activities including science fairs, community events, scientific conferences and more.

Workshops

The Caltech/IPAC Communications & Education team is organizing a workshop on astrovisualization on June 11-13, 2018 in Pasadena. The workshop will bring together key players in the world of astrovisualization to discuss and exchange information about latest technologies and best practices that can enable a far-reaching and more impactful communication of science and astronomy to diverse audiences.

AstoViz Workshop 2018 - Official Website

This material is based upon work supported by NASA under cooperative agreement award number NNX16AC65A. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.