Sep 23, 2011

AdelaideNow recently ran a story on the fabulous work being done by Flinders University researchers who are developing computer games that will improve the hand function of kids with cerebal palsy.  To read about this great program, click here Share...

Sep 7, 2011

One of the many problems with an aging population is that many older adults lose their independence as their health declines and they are then compelled to move into assisted care facilities. Researchers at the University of Missouri and TigerPlace, an independent living community, have been using motion-sensing technology to monitor changes in residents’...

Aug 15, 2011

We recently came across this organisation, Games For Change - a leading global advocate for supporting  and making games for social impact. They highlighted some of the great work they have done recently on Kotaku. We look forward to hearing more.   Share...

Aug 7, 2011

Last week the Health Beyond conference in Brisbane, illustrated some alternative and suprising uses for video games. The ABC interviewed Stuart Smith of Neuroscience Research Australia about some of the work he is doing with the elderly in using video games for rehabilitation.  To watch the segment click here. Radio ABC 612 interviewed him on a smiliar topic...

Jul 27, 2011

There is growing recognition of the serious side of videogame play.  ‘Games for Health’ is an important and internationally recognised field of medical and health researchers who apply videogame technologies to clinical issues. They work within the health and research system and collaborate with game developers and gaming console designers and...

Jul 25, 2011

Jeanne-Vida Douglas over at brw.com.au has written a fantastic story on how Neuroscience Research Australia is carrying out some research on a fall prevention program with the elderly using dance mats and a modified dancing game.  What’s more – the participants love it.  To read the article, click here. Share...