The U.S. National Science Foundation’s Discovery Files Podcast discusses the latest scientific research and includes commentary from the scientists who make these discoveries.

A recent episode focused on a virtual reality (VR) program that trains the mind, which can provide competitive advantages in elite athletics. Technological advancements have greatly impacted sports such as track, cycling, baseball, basketball, soccer, and football.

NeuroTrainer, partly supported by NSF, has developed a virtual reality program that improves performance by training the mind. Founder Jeff Nyquist and CEO Noah Rolland discuss this innovation on the podcast, and Rayvon Fouché joins to explore the revolutionary impact of scientific technology on sports. Take a listen