Ilona Heldal

Professor Ilona Heldal at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences' College of Engineering leads research at the intersection of virtual reality, eye-tracking, and healthcare technology. Her work spans educational applications (fire evacuation training), neurodiverse child development (EMPOWER platform, ADHD detection), and rehabilitation technology design.

• Current research synthesizes VR training systems for emergency responders with cognitive assessment frameworks for neurodevelopmental disorders
• Key trends show increasing focus on multi-modal data fusion (eye-tracking + serious games) and adaptive learning systems for special education

Her recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on practical implementation and interdisciplinary validation of digital health solutions, particularly for vision screening and executive function assessment.