Virtual Reality
Research
Virtual Reality: Virtual reality (VR) is sometimes called Immersive Multimedia. VR is a computer-simulated environment that can simulate your physical presence in places in the real world or make up a whole new realistic world to explore.
Advantages
Can be used in hopspitals to provide training to doctors
Easily accessible, can provide you with stuff you don’t have in real life
It may be an escape from your daily routine, making you feel better
Risks
Virtual Reality equipment is very pricey
VR requires fast and reliable internet access
It might be addictive and people may lose touch with reality
Media
Application for Solving World Hunger
VR can help people to become better farmers through training. Experienced farmers can train inexperienced farmers using a simulated world to show them what to look for. These farmers can see what other farmers do and see what can go wrong without any risk.
Sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_reality
http://www.oculusvr.com/
http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/other-gadgets/virtual-reality.htm