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About

The Institute of Information Systems and Networking – ISIN has developed exceptional expertise in Computer Graphics, Extended Reality, and Computer Vision, positioning itself at the forefront of immersive technology development. The institute specializes in designing, implementing, and deploying customized real-time 3D simulation and visualization software on GPU and immersive devices, creating interactive virtual environments and digital twins for diverse applications.

Core XR Capabilities

ISIN's XR competencies span the entire development spectrum:

  • Advanced Interaction Paradigms: Development of innovative human-computer interaction methods based on gesture recognition, body tracking, biometrics, and emotion recognition

  • Cloud Infrastructure: Creation of server-side infrastructures for multiuser XR deployments with data persistence

  • Digital Twins & Simulation: Interactive virtual environments for training, cultural heritage preservation, entertainment, and telepresence applications

Real-World Impact: Flagship Projects

V-Machina represents ISIN's industrial innovation capability - a VR-based simulation platform enabling safe worker interaction and practice with machinery and robots. This H2020 EIT-Manufacturing project was honored with the prestigious EIT-M Success Story Award 2020, demonstrating the institute's ability to deliver solutions with significant industry impact.

V-Cockpit showcases ISIN's automotive expertise, facilitating the design, testing, and validation of car infotainment systems. This project bridges the physical and virtual worlds by integrating real and simulated hardware with behavioral analysis, accelerating product development cycles while reducing costs.

In cultural heritage, ISIN has created interactive CG/VR experiences for the archaeological sites, demonstrating how XR technologies can make history accessible and engaging for modern audiences.

AI-Enhanced XR: The Future

ISIN is actively integrating artificial intelligence into XR workflows, creating next-generation capabilities including:

  • Declarative Design: Interactive AI-driven design tools that respond to natural language instructions

  • High-Fidelity Environments: Advanced environment generation using techniques like Gaussian splatting

  • Virtual Humans: Realistic avatars that mimic human expressions and behaviors

  • Intelligent Monitoring: Proactive measurement of user fatigue with suggested corrective actions

  • Collaborative Experiences: Game-like environments fostering teamwork and engagement

Education and Knowledge Transfer

Beyond research, ISIN contributes to academic excellence by teaching Computer Graphics, Advanced Computer Graphics, Virtual Reality, and Game Development courses at both bachelor and master levels, ensuring the next generation of XR professionals receives world-class education.

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Cluster 6 Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment

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Cluster 2 Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society

Cultural HeritageCreative Industries

Other areas

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Cluster 4: Digital, Industry and Space

Data services & AIDigital & Emerging TechnologiesIndustrial technologiesCloud and Big Data

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