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University of Portsmouth Invests £5 Million in Dental School Upgrade, Embracing Virtual Reality for Enhanced Education

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The University of Portsmouth has made an investment of £5 million in the upgrading of its esteemed dental school. This substantial financial commitment is aimed at integrating cutting-edge technologies, notably virtual reality (VR), into its curriculum, heralding a transformative era in dental training and teaching methodologies.

This significant infusion of funds into the dental school is strategically positioned to keep the institution at the vanguard of innovation in dental education. By embracing VR technology, the university seeks to redefine the learning experience, promising a profound impact on both students and faculty members.

At the forefront of this investment is the utilization of VR’s immersive capabilities with haptic feedback technology to simulate real-life scenarios within a controlled virtual environment. to simulate real-life scenarios within a controlled virtual environment.

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This breakthrough will enable dental students to engage in hands-on practice of intricate procedures and techniques, providing invaluable experience without the inherent risks of live clinical settings. This approach is poised to bolster students’ confidence and proficiency, better preparing them for the complexities they will encounter in their professional careers.

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