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Tyechia L. Thompson

Tyechia L. Thompson is an assistant professor of English at Virginia Tech. Her areas of research focus include Africana studies, digital humanities, manuscript and archival research methods, and immersive storytelling. She explores the digital realm and literature, highlighting the interconnectedness of culture, technology, and human expression. [email protected]


Breaking barriers in immersive stories: Empathy, representation, and access

Posted: Tue, October 15, 2024 - 3:12:00

Stories are ubiquitous, transcending traditional media and books, permeating our self-talk and scientific publications. Immersive technologies are no exception. Storytellers and artists are using spatial audio, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) more frequently to create and share narratives about the past, the present, and the future. What sets immersive technologies apart from their predecessors is their ability to…