RERC

One of the Wireless Tech Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center (RERC) projects is to explore various mainstream SmartTech devices and evaluate how inclusive and accessible they are based on our own research. In fact, we recently completed work on an upcoming presentation about the new augmented reality Apple Vision Pro. In her latest video for Show Me the Science, LLC, Dr. Julie Faieta examines the accessibility features of the new Vision Pro focusing on ‘dwell control.’

As care for individuals with paralysis moves increasingly toward home- and community-based delivery models, the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) and School of Medicine continue to lead research innovation with the establishment of the SmartTech Implementation Hub for Paralys

The Mobile Device Assessment Tool (MoDAT) team conducted two focus groups at the Ocean State Independent Living Center in Warwick, RI. The first session consisted of 10 assistive technology (AT) professionals who provide services to individuals with disabilities, while the second session included seven individuals with diverse disabilities.

The Wireless RERC published a scoping review in Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology. The review addresses facilitators, barriers, and proposes education and training strategies for clinicians to integrate technology into their practices.