We present SplattingAvatar a hybrid 3D representation of photorealistic human avatars with
Gaussian Splatting embedded on a triangle mesh which renders over 300 FPS on a modern …

Recent technological advances are enabling HCI researchers to explore interaction
possibilities for remote XR collaboration using high-fidelity reconstructions of physical …

The metaverse represents a post-reality universe that seamlessly merges physical reality
with digital virtuality. It provides a continuous and immersive social networking environment …

Virtual reality (VR) environments provide a high level of immersion that expands the
possibilities for perspective-taking so that people can be in the shoes of others. In that …

Storytelling with family photos, as an important mode of reminiscence-based activities, can
be instrumental in promoting intergenerational communication between grandparents and …

Augmented Reality (AR) presents new opportunities for immersive storytelling. However, this
immersiveness faces two main hurdles. First, AR's immersive quality is often confined to …

Intergenerational social interactions are beneficial for bridging generational gaps,
strengthening family bonds, and improving social cohesiveness. However, opportunities for …

Score Distillation Sampling (SDS) has emerged as a prevalent technique for text-to-3D
generation, enabling 3D content creation by distilling view-dependent information from text …

Recent advancements in 3D generation models have opened new possibilities for
simulating dynamic 3D object movements and customizing behaviors, yet creating this …

Although neural rendering has made significant advancements in creating lifelike,
animatable full-body and head avatars, incorporating detailed expressions into full-body …