Front Matter: 9th Edition of IEEE VR Workshop: Virtual Humans and Crowds in Immersive Environments (VHCIE)

The VHCIE workshop aims to explore and advance the creation of believable virtual humans and crowds within immersive virtual environments (IVEs). With the emergence of various tools, algorithms, and systems, it is now possible to design realistic virtual characters - known as virtual agents (VAs) - that can populate expansive environments with thousands of individuals. These sophisticated crowd simulations facilitate dynamic interactions among the VAs themselves and between VAs and virtual reality (VR) users. The VHCIE workshop seeks to highlight the diverse range of VR applications for these advancements, including virtual tour guides, platforms for professional training, studies on human behavior, and even recreations of live events like concerts. By fostering discussions around these themes, VHCIE aims to inspire innovative approaches and collaborative efforts that push the boundaries of what is possible in social IVEs while also providing an open place for networking and exchanging ideas among participants. Bild: Bitte das VHCIE Logo im Anhang nutzen und klein rechts in die Ecke packen