Assistive technology organisations invited to submit entries for Med-Tech Innovation Awards 2023
Innovators of assistive technologies can now submit entries for the Med-Tech Innovation Awards across six categories, including 3D Printing, Design and Connected Health. Organisations with…
New study finds that the look and feel of assistive tech products are important to potential users
A new study by North Carolina State University researchers in the US found that assistive technology users often considered the look, texture and, occasionally, the…
OrCam gifts “life-changing” assistive tech to charity to support paediatric treatment pathways
Assistive technology specialist OrCam Technologies has donated pioneering devices to Alder Hey Children’s Charity to improve the lives of children with visual impairments and reading…
Government announces review into potential bias in design and use of medical devices
A review has been launched by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) into the impact of potential bias in the design and use…
Consultation on accessible assessments for students to inform draft guidance
Students are set to benefit from proposed Ofqual guidance on how to make exams and other assessments accessible and user-friendly for all, including for those…
Assistive tech pilot to encourage independent living for Cardiff residents
New technology startup Care Direct Technology has partnered with mirus, a not-for-profit organisation that supports adults and young people with disabilities across Wales. Since 14th…
Stakeholders discuss results of “ground breaking” AT survey to help better procure products
The Assistive Products List (APL), an online survey of assistive technology being conducted by the British Assistive Technology Association (BATA) and the World Health Organisation…
Online assistive tech guide showcases examples of helpful independent living solutions
As more and more councils leverage the benefits of assistive technology during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hertfordshire County Council has launched an online assistive technology guide…
Innovative smart glasses with enhanced vision tech for people who are visually impaired launch
New wearable glasses that are clinically proven to significantly enhance vision for those with eye disease and disorders that lead to low vision and legal…
Researchers developing assistive tech solutions to support independent living at home
Northumbria University researchers are testing and developing a range of smart assistive technologies to help elderly and disabled people live more independently at home. Tools…