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To explore the applications of virtual acoustics tools for soundscape research, highlighting human responses to noise.

Applications of IHTA's Virtual Acoustics Tools for Soundscape Research

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Applications of virtual acoustics tools reveal noise impacts in urban environments, suggesting ecological validity of soundscape studies.

To explore the applications of virtual acoustics tools for soundscape research, highlighting human responses to noise.
Utilized software tools from IHTA for virtual reality simulations.
Conducted studies on noise perception in classrooms and urban settings.
Compared user assessments of noise situations in 3D (VR) and 2D (flat screen) representations.
Findings demonstrate varied human responses to noise in indoor and outdoor environments.
Research provides insights into the ecological validity of laboratory experiments in soundscape research.

Vorländer et al. (2025) studied this question.

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