Decision Theater, Interactive visualization theater in Tempe, US.
The Decision Theater is an interactive visualization center at Arizona State University featuring a 260-degree screen with multiple projection systems for immersive displays. The space accommodates up to 30 people and provides tools for 3D visualization, geographic mapping, and simulation models in a conference-style layout.
The facility was established in 2005 by Arizona State University to tackle urban development and sustainability challenges through collaborative problem-solving. It grew from a need to analyze complex spatial issues using advanced visualization technology.
Researchers, officials, and planners gather here to work through real-world problems using shared visual data and interactive tools that help them see problems from many angles at once.
Keep in mind this is a research and collaboration center that works best in group settings. Check ahead for current access information and whether your intended visit aligns with when the space is available.
The center draws from research across policy studies, design, geography, and psychology to create comprehensive approaches to complex planning problems. This blend of different academic perspectives allows problems to be examined from fundamentally different viewpoints.
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