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Virtual Reality Lab
Housed in the Faculty of Architecture and Design’s Communication Design Department, the OzU VR Lab aims to contribute to the fields of Virtual and Augmented reality by designing new applications, educating the next generation of researchers and supporting strong collaborations with industry
We explore the boundaries of virtual worlds
We bring together interdisciplinary teams to explore and promote research projects for immersive environments
Our Projects

Medical
Development of Immersive
training environments for
Myoelectric Prosthetics

Cultural Heritage
Cultural Heritage preservation and Gamified immersive museum Experiences

Cognitive
Avatars, Body Ownership illusion
and Behavioral
Adaptation

Education
Teaching Virtual Reality Design
and Immersive Learning
Environments
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It is becoming increasingly crucial for designers to know how to create VR experiences. Forming immersive experiences questions how well we are equipped to tackle this emerging field and requires new ways of thinking about design. For news about our planned workshops please subscribe to our mailing list
Our Latest News
Discussing XR, AI, and the Future of Cultural Heritage at the OzU AI Research Days
At the “OzU AI Research Day held on the 6th of May Artificial Intelligence Research Day” hosted by Özyeğin University, academics and industry professionals came together to discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence through interdisciplinary...
Bora Sezer Discusses the Future of VR, Physical AI, and Immersive Design at Home Art Creativity Academy Workshop
As part of the collaborative workshop organized by Özyeğin University Faculty of Architecture and Design and Home Art Creativity Academy on May 5, 2026, Bora Sezer participated as a panel speaker and AI workshop contributor, sharing perspectives on the future of...
Exploring AI, Design, and Synthetic Media at ÖzÜ
As part of the ÖzÜ AI Research Series, the Faculty of Architecture and Design hosted AI in Architecture and Design Series – Reimagine, bringing together leading voices from academia and industry to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of design....
Bora Sezer Shares Insights on VR in Anthropology at ÖzÜ Anthropology Forum
Bora Sezer Shares Insights on VR in Anthropology at ÖzÜ Anthropology Forum This week, Bora Sezer was invited to speak at a special Anthropology Forum held as part of Özyeğin University Anthropology Days—an event designed to highlight how deeply anthropology connects...
Seminar: Inside the Interface: Rethinking Interaction Design Through Virtual Reality
C. Bora Sezer from the Department of Communication Design delivered a seminar titled “Inside the Interface: Interaction Design for Virtual Reality” on Friday, December 5th at 13:30 in Room B221, Faculty of Architecture and Design. The seminar explored the...
We Discussed the Future of AI in Türkiye at OzU AI Week 2025
OzU AI Week 2025 brought together academia, industry, and students for an inspiring week of discussions, panels, and workshops exploring the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. Hosted at Özyeğin University, the event served as a dynamic platform for...
Crafting the Future in VR: Bora Sezer at Robert College Summer Academy
This summer, Bora Sezer had the privilege of leading the workshop Crafting the Future: Mastering Design-Oriented Virtual Reality at the Istanbul American Robert College 2025 Summer Academy (RCS Academy). During the week-long workshop, participants immersed themselves...
Expert Talk by Bora Sezer at Odunpazarı Modern Museum: The Transformation of Art, Culture, and Museum Experiences through VR
Odunpazarı Modern Museum (OMM) in Eskişehir hosted academic and designer Bora Sezer in a special event supported by İş Yatırım. The event focused on virtual reality, art, culture, and new-generation museology - fields in which Sezer is widely recognized for his...
XR HACKathon mentorship
Bora Sezer was a mentor at the XR HACKathon, organized by BUG Lab TEKMER with Meta as the primary sponsor and Istanbul Bilgi University as one of the partners! The event took place from September 6-8 at the BAU Galata Campus, bringing together developers and designers...
Our Lab Equipment
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HTC Vive Pro VR headsets
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HTC Vive VR headsets
- MSI Aegis Desktop Computers
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MSI NB GT62VR 7RE Laptops
- Leap Motion hand motion sensor
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AverMedia portable video card
Software we enjoy using
- Unity Game Engine, Unreal Game Engine,
- Maya, ZBrush, Reality Capture, Blender,
- Vuforia, Sketch up, Steam VR
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Virtual Reality Today Magazine
By Bora Sezer
Discover what’s new about Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality Techs Today! The VR Today Magazine aggregates cutting-edge news from all sorts of media focused on Extended Reality (VR, AR, MR) and immersive technologies








