Webinar Title

The Use of a Biofeedback-Based Virtual Reality Game in Symptom Management in Pediatric Oncology

Date & Time

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
15:00 CEST (Geneva time)

Access

Open to SIOP Members

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About the Webinar

This presentation will explore the development and clinical application of a biofeedback-based virtual reality (VR) game designed to support symptom management in children with cancer. The session will demonstrate how integrating physiological signals—such as heart rate and stress responses—into immersive VR environments can help reduce pain, anxiety, and distress during clinical procedures.

Participants will gain insight into:

• The design and implementation of biofeedback-driven VR interventions
• Preliminary findings on clinical feasibility and patient engagement
• The role of non-pharmacological, digital interventions in enhancing patient-centered care in pediatric oncology

This webinar highlights the growing potential of innovative, technology-driven solutions to improve symptom management and quality of care for children with cancer.

Speaker

Remziye Semerci, PhD, RN
Associate Professor, Koç University Faculty of Nursing
Division of Child Health and Disease Nursing

Dr. Remziye Semerci’s research focuses on pediatric oncology nursing, symptom science, and digital health interventions aimed at improving patient outcomes. She is highly active in international professional and research communities and currently serves as:

• Board Member, European Oncology Nursing Society (EONS)
• Steering Committee Member, SIOP Nursing Network
• Active member of MASCC and SIOPE

Through her research, leadership, and international collaborations, Dr. Semerci is committed to advancing innovative, patient-centered, and technology-driven approaches in pediatric oncology nursing.