Virtual Reality + Human-Centered Systems

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I'am Erdem
Computer Science graduate focused on VR research and development

I build and study interactive virtual reality experiences, with a focus on user experience, system behavior, and practical research applications.

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About

I am a Computer Science master's graduate from George Mason University with a research focus on virtual reality, immersive learning, and user experience. My work combines interactive system design with careful evaluation of how people respond to VR environments.

Education

George Mason University Computer Science Ph.D., 2023 - Present (Candidate)
George Mason University Computer Science M.S., 2021 - 2023
George Mason University Computer Science B.S., 2018 - 2021

My graduate and doctoral work centers on virtual reality research, including systems analysis, immersive learning, and data-informed user experience design.

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Research

A selection of research work in virtual reality, immersive learning, and user experience.

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CHI 2026

04/2026

HieraVisVR: Hierarchical Visual Analytics for Motion-Centric VR Playtesting

Yongqi Zhang, Erdem Murat, Liuchuan Yu, Haikun Huang, Minsoo Choi, Christos Mousas, and Lap-Fai Yu

A CHI 2026 paper on visual analytics for VR playtesting, with Erdem Murat as presenting author.

Presentation slide for the metaverse education research paper

IEEE VR 2024

03/2024

Understanding Online Education in Metaverse: Systems and User Experience Perspectives

Ruizhi Cheng, Erdem Murat, Lap-Fai Yu, Songqing Chen, and Bo Han

A systems-focused study of immersive online learning using Mozilla Hubs, custom instrumentation, and analysis of both user and platform behavior.

Master's Thesis

12/2022

Machine Learning Automation for Virtual Reality

Erdem Murat

Thesis work exploring procedural design, user studies, and data-driven approaches for improving VR experiences.

Hi,I'am ErdemComputer Science graduate focused on VR research and development