A Prototype to Study Cognitive and Aesthetic Aspects of Mixed Reality Technologies

Gunia, Artur; Indurkhya, Bipin

doi:10.1109/cybconf.2017.7985749

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“…Cognitive enhancement also covers the issues of improving control, emotional coping, or motivation (Kipke, 2013). Examples of cognitive enhancements include pharmacological neuroenhancement, i.e., the use of psychoactive substances to enhance vigilance, concentration, memory or mood by healthy individuals; genetic enhancements, i.e., the use of genetic engineering to change physical appearance, metabolism or improve physical and mental abilities (Kutt et al, 2015); and the use of cognitive technology that actively affects human cognitive processes (Gunia & Indurkhya, 2017). All processes intended to result in enhancement must be voluntary and go beyond the natural and nonpathological limitations of human cognition (Hauskeller, 2014).…”

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On quantum computing for artificial superintelligence

Grabowska,

Gunia

2024

Euro Jnl Phil Sci

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Artificial intelligence algorithms, fueled by continuous technological development and increased computing power, have proven effective across a variety of tasks. Concurrently, quantum computers have shown promise in solving problems beyond the reach of classical computers. These advancements have contributed to a misconception that quantum computers enable hypercomputation, sparking speculation about quantum supremacy leading to an intelligence explosion and the creation of superintelligent agents. We challenge this notion, arguing that current evidence does not support the idea that quantum technologies enable hypercomputation. Fundamental limitations on information storage within finite spaces and the accessibility of information from quantum states constrain quantum computers from surpassing the Turing computing barrier. While quantum technologies may offer exponential speed-ups in specific computing cases, there is insufficient evidence to suggest that focusing solely on quantum-related problems will lead to technological singularity and the emergence of superintelligence. Subsequently, there is no premise suggesting that general intelligence depends on quantum effects or that accelerating existing algorithms through quantum means will replicate true intelligence. We propose that if superintelligence is to be achieved, it will not be solely through quantum technologies. Instead, the attainment of superintelligence remains a conceptual challenge that humanity has yet to overcome, with quantum technologies showing no clear path toward its resolution.

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On quantum computing for artificial superintelligence

Grabowska,

Gunia

2024

Euro Jnl Phil Sci

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“…In recent years, more and more IT systems have been developed to enhance people’s cognitive abilities. These systems tend to enhance people’s basic intellectual abilities, such as memory or attention [ 11 , 12 ], and also enhance people’s more subtle abilities, such as the aesthetic and moral senses [ 13 ], motivation and decision processes [ 14 ], emotional attitude [ 15 ], visual attention and decision [ 16 ], and the learning process [ 17 ]. For these enhancing purposes, technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), or mixed reality (MR), as well as intelligent agents, such as robots, and other immersive technologies, are often used.…”

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Grand Theft Auto-Based Cycling Simulator for Cognitive Enhancement Technologies in Dangerous Traffic Situations

Schöning

Kettler

Jäger

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While developing traffic-based cognitive enhancement technology (CET), such as bike accident prevention systems, it can be challenging to test and evaluate them properly. After all, the real-world scenario could endanger the subjects’ health and safety. Therefore, a simulator is needed, preferably one that is realistic yet low cost. This paper introduces a way to use the video game Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) and its sophisticated traffic system as a base to create such a simulator, allowing for the safe and realistic testing of dangerous traffic situations involving cyclists, cars, and trucks. The open world of GTA V, which can be explored on foot and via various vehicles, serves as an immersive stand-in for the real world. Custom modification scripts of the game give the researchers control over the experiment scenario and the output data to be evaluated. An off-the-shelf bicycle equipped with three sensors serves as a realistic input device for the subject’s movement direction and speed. The simulator was used to test two early-stage CET concepts enabling cyclists to sense dangerous traffic situations, such as trucks approaching from behind the cyclist. Thus, this paper also presents the user evaluation of the cycling simulator and the CET used by the subjects to sense dangerous traffic situations. With the knowledge of the first iteration of the user-centered design (UCD) process, this paper concludes by naming improvements for the cycling simulator and discussing further research directions for CET that enable users to sense dangerous situations better.

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“…There has been a rapid development in mixed reality technologies that integrate virtual reality (VR) and real-world perception and cognition, known as VR geographic information systems technology or augmented reality (AR; Gunia & Indurkhya, 2017). This technology integrates three-dimensional, Internet-based geographic information systems and adopts human-computer interaction devices via personal computers, smart glasses, and smart phones (Kamel Boulos, Lu, Guerrero, Jennett, & Steed, 2017).…”

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Gotta catch ‘em all: Exploring the use of Pokémon Go to enhance cognition and affect.

Alloway¹,

Carpenter²

2021

Psychology of Popular Media

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There has been a rapid development in mixed reality technologies that integrate virtual reality and real-world perception and cognition, commonly known as augmented reality. One of the most popular augmented reality exergames is Pokémon Go, which in 2019 had more than 147 million users. Although there is a growing body of research on the benefits of exergames in improving attention, visual-spatial skills, and affect, there are very few studies looking directly at Pokémon Go in this context. In the present study, we explored whether participants from a North Florida university who played Pokémon Go outdoors yielded improvements in working memory, attention, affect, and empathy compared with those who only walked outdoors. The findings indicated that verbal, but not visuospatial, working memory improved after participants played Pokémon Go in a natural environment. These working memory improvements were not evidenced when the participants walked in the same natural setting. Second, the number of false-positive responses (an impulsivity response) were also reduced after playing Pokémon Go in a natural environment. There was also a decrease in negative affect after participants played Pokémon Go but not in the control condition. The implications of these findings are discussed. Public Policy Relevance StatementAs Pokémon Go remains a popular exergame, an experimental design illustrated improvements in working memory, attention, and affect. These possible benefits of Pokémon Go may prove useful for practitioners and lay people alike, as Pokémon Go is a readily accessible and cost-effective tool.

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A Prototype to Study Cognitive and Aesthetic Aspects of Mixed Reality Technologies

Cited by 4 publications

References 19 publications

On quantum computing for artificial superintelligence

On quantum computing for artificial superintelligence

Grand Theft Auto-Based Cycling Simulator for Cognitive Enhancement Technologies in Dangerous Traffic Situations

Gotta catch ‘em all: Exploring the use of Pokémon Go to enhance cognition and affect.

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