Microsoft launches call for low-cost assistive tech innovations to advance access in low-income countries
The Microsoft AI for Accessibility programme is calling for project proposals that advance equitable access to assistive technology in low- and middle-income countries, with the…
Case study: Electric standing frame means Kieran can enjoy his Xbox time
Since the end of last year, 12-year-old Kieran from Staffordshire has been benefiting from a Trio electric standing frame from Baffin Technology Systems, which features…
Telecare provider launches digital personal alarm that works during network outages
Two technology-enabled care (TEC) providers have teamed up to launch an innovative digital personal alarm that works during network outages through using two multi-network SIMs.…
Housing provider awarded £75k to create co-designed digital services for independent living
A housing provider has secured funding that will get older tenants involved in shaping new digital services, enabling them to live as independently as possible.…
NHS trials smart goggles to reduce time-consuming admin for nurses
A virtual reality headset A new leading-edge NHS pilot is set to give community nurses on home visits more time with patients through the use…
Case study: Family memory making returns for disabled Midlander with modern powerchair
Tony Senior, 50 from Burton upon Trent, has been able to once more share outdoors experiences and holidays with his wife and daughters thanks to…
‘Revolutionary’ project awarded grant to develop soft sensors for paediatric upper limb therapy
The Biomedical Catalyst (BMC) has awarded a grant worth over £800,000 to a pioneering project that will bring interactive rehabilitation technology for children with cerebral…
Local authority signposts residents to practical tool about helpful assistive tech solutions
Warwickshire County Council is promoting the use of a helpful tool to residents, which aims to give people educational information and advice about a broad…
Case study: Bionic hand enables Paralympian to remotely update the device with new gestures seamlessly
Australian swimmer Jessica Smith has had an uneasy relationship with prosthetics since a childhood accident, but her convictions are being challenged by a British bionic…
Assistive technology plays a vital role as 24 percent of workers adopt hybrid working
Audio visual experts Universal AV shares how assistive technologies can support an inclusive and diverse workforce and why inclusion is important for any business as…