ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

May 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Tech Helps Everyone Get Along

In today's world, everyone should have the same chances to join in. This is where assistive technologies come in. They are tools that help people with different needs to do things that others might take for granted. These tools can change how we think about including everyone in society. First, let's talk about what assistive technologies are. They range from simple...

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Feb 22 2025SCIENCE

Wearable Tech: Missing the Mark on Diversity

Wearable assistive and rehabilitation technologies, or WEARTechs, are designed to help people with disabilities. But there's a big problem. These technologies often miss the mark when it comes to diversity. This means they don't work well for everyone. It's like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. It just doesn't work. Researchers often forget to consider ...

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Dec 15 2024SPORTS

The Future of Sports: Blending Tech and Disability

Have you ever thought about what sports might look like in the future? Well, imagine this: a world where athletes use brain-powered computers to race or run with the help of robotic arms and legs. This might sound like a futuristic dream, but it's closer to reality than you think. The Cybathlon Games, started in 2016, already showcases people with disabilities compet...

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