A theoretical review of the Proteus effect: understanding the underlying processes

A Martin Coesel, B Biancardi, S Buisine - Frontiers in Psychology, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Humans' inherent fascination for stories can be observed throughout most of our
documented history. If, for a long time, narratives were told through paintings, songs, or …

[HTML][HTML] An Avatar's worth in the metaverse workplace: Assessing predictors of avatar customization valuation

C Lim, R Ratan, M Foxman, D Meshi, H Liu… - Computers in Human …, 2024 - Elsevier
Virtual economies with 3D assets have been studied for decades, often in the context of
entertainment, but the concept of the metaverse as a workplace platform has only recently …

[HTML][HTML] Zoom Fatigue in Review: A meta-analytical examination of videoconferencing fatigue's antecedents

D Beyea, C Lim, A Lover, M Foxman, R Ratan… - Computers in Human …, 2024 - Elsevier
As videoconferencing increasingly integrates with modern life, becoming a regular part of
work, education, and socialization, the adverse outcomes of increased usage have become …

Examining the Proteus effect on misogynistic behavior induced by a sports mascot avatar in virtual reality

R Ratan, J Boumis, G McNeill, A Desrochers… - Scientific Reports, 2024 - nature.com
The Proteus effect is a phenomenon found in over 60 studies where people tend to conform
behaviorally to their avatars' identity characteristics, especially in virtual reality. This study …

Haptics-mediated virtual embodiment: Impact of a wearable avatar-controlling system with kinesthetic gloves on embodiment in VR

Z Li, M Bujić, OO Buruk, E Bampouni… - Frontiers in Virtual …, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Enhancing the experience of virtual reality (VR) through haptic feedback could benefit
applications from leisure to rehabilitation and training. Devices which provide more realistic …

Zoom Fatigue and Facial Dissatisfaction Relate to Virtual Meeting Engagement Differently in the US and South Korean Contexts

C Lim, R Ratan - Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social …, 2024 - liebertpub.com
Virtual meetings, facilitated through videoconferencing or virtual reality, have become a
common form of workplace communication. Despite the advantages these meetings offer …

[HTML][HTML] Does the avatar embodiment moderate the Proteus effect?

L Dupraz, M Beaudoin, M Guerraz, J Barra - International Journal of Human …, 2024 - Elsevier
The Proteus effect refers to the tendency for individuals to conform to the stereotypes related
to the visual characteristics of the avatar used in a virtual environment. If the phenomenon …

Preparing Users to Embody their Avatars in VR: Insights on the Effects of Priming, Mental Imagery, and Acting on Embodiment Experiences

A Genay, E Kimura, M Hachet, A Lécuyer… - … Conference on Human …, 2024 - hal.science
Establishing a strong connection between users and their avatars in virtual reality poses an
enduring challenge. Despite technical advancements, some users resist their avatars, while …

The Hidden Psychological Costs of Virtual Work: Examining the Psychosocial Adverse Effects of Metaverse in the Workplace

S Grassini - Proceedings of the European Conference on Cognitive …, 2024 - dl.acm.org
The rapid evolution of virtual and augmented reality technologies has significantly impacted
workplace environments across various sectors. The interconnected and immersive …

Impact of Role Assignment through Complementary Design of Self and Other Avatars on Self-Image and Behavior Change

YH Hu, Y Hatada, T Narumi - 2024 IEEE International …, 2024 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
This study investigates the impact of both self-and other's avatars (virtual bodies) with
complementary traits on self-image and behavior change, drawing on role theory …