8th International Conference on
Visually Induced Motion Sensations
Nov 20-22, 2024
Toronto, Canada
ABOUT
VIMS 2024
VIMS 2024 is an international conference that brings together researchers from all around the world. The conference focuses on all types of visually induced motion sensations, including self-motion illusions, immersion and presence, visual comfort, VR sickness or cybersickness, motion sickness, and visual motion sensitivity.
The conference provides a platform for experts and scholars to exchange ideas, present their research findings, and discuss the latest developments in the field. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers and gain insights from leading professionals in the industry.
Submit, register & dates
Submit your abstract
VIMS 2024 accepts submissions for oral presentations only (approx. 10-15 minutes), there will be no poster session. Submissions consist of title, author list, and an abstract (max. 250 words). To start the submission process, click on the submit button.
Start your registration
Early bird registration ($625 CAD) and regular registration ($800 CAD) both include access to the welcome reception (Wednesday, Nov 20 - location and time tbd) and the conference dinner (Thursday, Nov 21 - location and time tbd).
Important dates
August 1, 2024 - Registration and submission portal opens
Sep 15, 2024 - Abstract submission deadline *NEW* extended to Sep 30, 2024
Oct 4, 2024 - Notification of acceptance
Oct 21, 2024 - Early-bird registration deadline ($625 CAD)
Nov 10, 2024 - Regular registration deadline ($800 CAD)
Agenda
Program at a glance
Afternoon (pm)
1:30 - Tour of KITE-UHN research facilities
4:00 - Visit to Arcadia Earth
5:00 - Welcome reception at the Lulu Bar
Speakers
Keynotes
Discussion Panelists
Plenary Speakers
Organizers
VIMS 2024 is hosted by researchers and members of the KITE Research Institute - University Health Network (UHN), one of the world-leading rehabilitation research centres.
KITE is a world leader in complex rehabilitation with 100 scientists dedicated to improving the lives of people living with the effects of disability, illness, and aging. KITE is one of the principal research enterprises at the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's top medical research hospital with more than $539 million in total annual research expenditures and 1,194 principal investigators (2023).
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Jelte Bos - TNO, Netherlands
Richard So - HKUST School of Engineering, Hong Kong
Hiroyasu Ujike - National Institute of Advanced Industrial Sceince and Technology, Japan
The Venue
CONFERENCE VENUE:
LOCATION:
The conference will be held at the MaRS Discovery District in the heart of Downtown Toronto, providing a conducive environment for knowledge sharing and collaboration among attendees.
MaRS Discovery District
101 College St, Toronto, ON M5G 1L7
Partners & Sponsors
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Social Events
Tour of KITE research facilities (Nov 20, 1:30pm)
Tours of the unique simulation technologies located at KITE-Toronto Rehab, UHN.
Visit to Arcadia Earth @ The
Well (Nov 20, 4:00pm)
Arcadia Earth is an immersive, multi-sensory experience designed to promote environmental awareness and inspire climate action with cutting-edge technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and projection mapping.
Visit to the Museum of
Illusions (Nov 21, 5:00pm)
Step into a world of deception and wonder at the Museum of Illusions with exhibits like a vortex tunnel and anti-gravity room!
Have dinner in one of Toronto’s most iconic buildings - The Flat Iron Building!
