A downloadable app for Windows


BioSyncVR - Meditation Enhanced by Neurofeedback

BioSyncVR is a unique virtual reality meditation application that combines immersive VR environments with real-time EEG feedback, creating a personalized and engaging meditation experience. Unlike traditional meditation apps, BioSyncVR provides subtle, intuitive feedback on your mental state through our innovative Dynamic Weather Feedback System (DWFS).

Key Features

🌤️ Dynamic Weather Feedback System

  • Experience your meditation progress through natural environmental changes
  • Weather transitions smoothly reflect your current focus level
  • No distracting graphs or numbers - stay fully immersed in your practice

🏖️ Immersive Environments

  • Peaceful beach scene with dynamic waves and ambient ocean sounds
  • Serene mountain landscape with a cozy campfire
  • Each environment features unique weather patterns and atmospheric effects

📊 Track Your Progress

  • Personal meditation data stored across sessions
  • Track your meditation streaks
  • Adaptive system that calibrates to your individual meditation style

🧠 Advanced Neurofeedback

  • Real-time brainwave monitoring using Muse EEG headband
  • Sophisticated signal processing for accurate focus measurement
  • Seamless integration between hardware and software

Requirements

  • VR-Ready PC
  • Meta Quest VR Headset
  • Muse EEG Headband
  • Windows 10 or later

Getting Started

  1. Connect your Meta Quest to your PC
  2. Power on your Muse EEG headband
  3. Launch BioSyncVR using the provided batch file
  4. Choose your environment and session duration
  5. Begin your enhanced meditation journey

Perfect for both meditation beginners and experienced practitioners, BioSyncVR helps you develop and maintain a consistent meditation practice through technology-enhanced mindfulness.

About the Project

BioSyncVR was developed by a team of Computer Engineering students at the University of Florida, combining expertise in virtual reality, signal processing, and mindfulness applications to create a unique meditation experience.

Download

Download
BioSyncVRBuild.zip 454 MB

Install instructions

BioSyncVR Installation Guide

System Requirements

  • Windows 10 or later
  • VR-Ready PC
  • Meta Quest VR Headset (any model)
  • Muse EEG Headband
  • Minimum 2GB free disk space

Installation Steps

  1. Download the BioSyncVRBuild.zip file
  2. Right-click the zip file and select "Extract All..."
  3. Choose a destination folder for extraction
  4. Open the extracted folder

Running the Application

  1. Ensure your Meta Quest is connected to your PC
  2. Turn on your Muse EEG headband
  3. Double-click the launch.bat file in the extracted folder
  4. The application will automatically:
    • Initialize the EEG connection
    • Start the signal processing
    • Launch the VR environment

Troubleshooting

  • If the VR environment doesn't start, check that your Meta Quest is properly connected to your PC
  • If you get an EEG connection error, ensure your Muse headband is turned on and has sufficient battery
  • For any other issues, try closing all applications and running launch.bat again

First-Time Setup

The first time you run the application, Windows may show security warnings. This is normal:

  1. If prompted by Windows Defender, click "More Info"
  2. Select "Run Anyway"

For optimal experience, place the Muse headband on your forehead before running launch.bat.

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