Virtual humans

Virtual 'humans' can better identify PTSD

Soldiers who have experienced combat can develop post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which includes disturbing thoughts, feelings and dreams.

Oct 13, 2017, 17:38 PM IST

In a first, scientists use life-like virtual humans to help doctors learn empathy

Researchers created two virtual humans - Robin and Delmy - that are intelligent and conversational, and have the capacity to interact using a wide range of communication behaviours shared in typical face-to-face dialogue.

Apr 30, 2017, 22:17 PM IST