About this Research Topic
In the evolving landscape of cultural heritage, emerging technologies are playing a pivotal role in transforming how historical and artistic insights are conveyed to the public. The advent of Extended Reality (XR) and the Metaverse has revolutionized the traditional methodologies of heritage interpretation, leveraging dynamic and immersive formats to engage modern audiences. Particularly, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in museums has catalyzed a profound shift; AI capabilities have not only streamlined the identification and organization of artefacts but also enriched the participatory experience through advanced virtual and augmented realities. These technologies enable visitors to traverse time and geography, providing a deep, interactive exploration of cultural epochs and narratives.
This Research Topic aims to illuminate how the convergence of AI, XR, and gamification enriches the interpretation and presentation of cultural heritage. The goal is to collect innovative studies that address the integration of these technologies in creating engaging, educational, and interactive heritage experiences. By combining AI with augmented and mixed realities, researchers and practitioners are discovering novel methods to tell stories and fascinate audiences, thereby enhancing the educational impact and emotional connection with cultural content. Critical examination of digital media’s effect on audience interactions and the utilization of multimodal technologies to engage diverse audiences will further enrich the discourse in this field.
To gather further insights in the areas of XR applications and the Metaverse, complemented by AI enhancements, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
Augmented Reality for Cultural Engagement
Virtual Reality for Cultural Engagement
Mixed Reality for Cultural Engagement
XR and Gamification
XR and Storytelling
Metaverse in Museums and Cultural Heritage
Virtual Museums and Metaverse
Digital Technologies and Inclusion in Cultural Heritage
AI Integration with XR in Cultural Heritage
Interactive Multimedia Technologies in Museums
XR Games for Museums and Cultural Heritage
Virtual Humans and AI Avatars
This Research Topic aims to illuminate how the convergence of AI, XR, and gamification enriches the interpretation and presentation of cultural heritage. The goal is to collect innovative studies that address the integration of these technologies in creating engaging, educational, and interactive heritage experiences. By combining AI with augmented and mixed realities, researchers and practitioners are discovering novel methods to tell stories and fascinate audiences, thereby enhancing the educational impact and emotional connection with cultural content. Critical examination of digital media’s effect on audience interactions and the utilization of multimodal technologies to engage diverse audiences will further enrich the discourse in this field.
To gather further insights in the areas of XR applications and the Metaverse, complemented by AI enhancements, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
Augmented Reality for Cultural Engagement
Virtual Reality for Cultural Engagement
Mixed Reality for Cultural Engagement
XR and Gamification
XR and Storytelling
Metaverse in Museums and Cultural Heritage
Virtual Museums and Metaverse
Digital Technologies and Inclusion in Cultural Heritage
AI Integration with XR in Cultural Heritage
Interactive Multimedia Technologies in Museums
XR Games for Museums and Cultural Heritage
Virtual Humans and AI Avatars
Keywords: XR, Cultural Heritage, Metaverse, Virtual Reality, Technology
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