[2024-11-22] Dr. Shannon Chen,Meta,"Multimedia in the Metaverse"

  • 2024-10-11
  • HSIN-YI SUNG
Title:Multimedia in the Metaverse
Date:2024/11/22 14:20-15:30
Location:CSIE R103
Speakers:Dr. Shannon Chen,Meta
Host: Prof. Vivian Chen
 

Abstract:

The metaverse, a revolutionary virtual reality space, is transforming the way we interact, create, and experience multimedia content. This seminar delves into the uncharted territory of multimedia in the metaverse, examining its vast possibilities and transformative implications. We will discuss how immersive technologies, such as augmented and virtual reality, are redefining multimedia storytelling, interaction, and engagement. 

Bio:

Dr. Shannon Chen leads the Mixed Reality Media & Wellness team under the Reality Labs at Meta. He started as a research scientist at the company focusing on advancing the multimedia offerings in VR, MR, and AR. Before joining the industry, he graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he completed his PhD in Computer Science and his thesis winning the Outstanding PhD Thesis Award in Multimedia of the year, granted by ACM SIGMM.