Mission Control MRI Simulation
Mission Control is free a space-themed VR simulation designed to improve the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) experience for young patients.
By combining storytelling, playful gamification, and engaging visuals and head-tracking technology, it turns the MRI scan procedure into an educational and fun journey to the moon.
This innovative platform helps children familiarize themselves with the MRI process in a safe, controlled environment while practicing the stillness needed for a successful scan.
Mission Control was developed by the Douglas VR Suite team between 2024 and 2025, and the prototype won first place at the McGillXR hackathon in 2024.
Overview
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1. Introduction This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use Our App. By using Our App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy, as well as Meta's Privacy Policy. 2. Definitions We, Us, or Our refer to the Douglas Data and Digital Science for Mental Health (D3SM) that is part of the Douglas Research Centre (Montreal, Quebec, Canada) Our App: Mission Control MRI Simulation, an immersive VR simulation aimed at reducing MRI anxiety and head motion through an audiovisual experience. Personal Information: Any information that identifies or can be used to identify you. 3. Information We Collect We do not collect or store any Personal Information from you. We only access anonymized, aggregated analytics provided by Meta’s developer dashboard such as users country distribution, usage data (users session duration, and frequency of use), and performance data (technical stability indicators). 4. Other Information Collected If you choose to, you can record stillness training data. Your typed ID, session number, and gaze behavior metrics (such as whether you focused on the target and for how long, including timing information) are stored locally on your headset and are not transmitted to us or to any external parties. You are responsible for the content you enter, and we cannot be held liable if you choose to include personal or identifying information (such as your real name or contact details) when typing an ID or session label. 5. How We Use The Aggregated Information The information we collect is used to: Facilitate your use of Our App. Enhance and personalize your experience. Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve Our App. Track and resolve technical issues to ensure stability and performance. Contribute to research and development efforts aimed at improving immersive technologies. 6. Disclosure of Your Information Not applicable. We do not collect or hold any Personal Information. 7. Data Collection and Meta's Privacy Practices By using Our App, you also agree to Meta's data collection and privacy practices as outlined in Meta's Privacy Policy. 8. Data Security We do not collect any Personal Information from you. All stillness training data (including your typed ID, session number, and gaze metrics) are stored locally on your headset. Our app does not transmit these data to us or to any third parties. Moreover, these data are non-sensitive, and should not allow for any form of personal identification. Users are responsible for any personal or identifying information they choose to include when typing an ID or session label. Given that all data are stored locally, are non-sensitive in nature, and are never transmitted, no additional data protection measures are implemented. 9. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. 10. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices regarding your information, please contact us at: https://www.d3sm.ca/contact By using Our App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and Meta's Privacy Policy.
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