News
News and updates from the XR Stories team.
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R&D funding roundup – March 2026
Our regular roundup of recent funding opportunities for researchers, businesses and creative practitioners.
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XR Stories appoints new studio manager
XR Stories has welcomed Jamie Wright as Studio Manager for its immersive research and development lab. Formerly a freelance project...
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New evidence from XR Stories driving innovation and investment in York and North Yorkshire’s Creative Industries
On Friday 6 March 2026, XR Stories brought together key stakeholders from across the city of York and wider region...
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XR Stories offers new facilities hire service
XR Stories has expanded its services to include an option for businesses and individuals to hire the project’s state-of-the-art immersive...
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XR Stories welcomes new team members
XR Stories has welcomed two new colleagues to its team of researchers, technicians, producers and professional support staff.
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New training programme from XR Stories supports creative technology skills development
A new training programme from XR Stories is supporting people in York and North Yorkshire to develop skills in creative...
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XR Stories 2025 roundup: Driving creative and cultural growth
In 2025, XR Stories has continued to drive creative and cultural growth in York, North Yorkshire and at a national...
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A new immersive installation for JORVIK Viking Centre
XR Stories has supported JORVIK Viking Centre to introduce a new immersive installation as part of its world-famous visitor experience. ...
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R&D funding roundup – December 2025
A roundup of recent funding opportunities for researchers, companies and creatives. Innovate UK Innovation Loans Round 24: Loans available for...
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Advancing immersive projects in York and North Yorkshire
The XR Stories creative business residency programme has supported individuals and small businesses in York and North Yorkshire to explore...
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XR Stories at UNESCO Creative Cities of Media Arts gathering
John Rose-Adams, Associate Director, Research, Development and Innovation at XR Stories will represent the University of York at the Annual...
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R&D funding roundup – October 2025
A roundup of recent funding opportunities for researchers, companies and creatives working in immersive technologies.
