The Future of Three-Dimensional Thinking.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-26-2016

Identifier

DOI: 10.1126/science.aah5394

Abstract

Most structures studied by science exist in three dimensions: molecules, organisms, ecosystems, galaxies. Flat-screen visualizations of these entities limit our understanding and experience of the objects and interactions that we study. Likewise, flat-screen–based video communication constrains our ability to interact with remote colleagues and collaborators. The Microsoft Hololens Development Edition, released on 30 March 2016, is a holographic platform that demonstrates the potential to enhance scientific understanding, education, and collaboration by transforming our interactions with three-dimensional representations and with one another.

Journal Title

Science

Volume

353

Issue

6302

First Page

876

MeSH Keywords

Holography

Keywords

Hololens; three-dimensional representations; holographic

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