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JMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies invites submissions on implementation science in rehabilitation and assistive technologies

(Toronto, May 27, 2026) JMIR Publications invites submissions to a new section focused on “Implementation Science in Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies” in its open access journal the JMIR ...
techtarget

What is assistive technology (adaptive technology)?

Assistive technology refers to devices and services that help people with disabilities and long-term health conditions perform a variety of tasks. Also called adaptive technology, the category ...
The Conversation

From glasses to mobility scooters, ‘assistive technology’ isn’t always high‑tech. A WHO roadmap could help 2 million Australians get theirs

This month, the first ever World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF Global Report on Assistive Technology was released. The WHO estimates one in three of us will need assistive technology, ranging ...
The Nation Newspaper

ECOWAS donates assistive devices to Nigerian children with disabilities

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has formally handed over assistive devices to children with disabilities in Nigeria as part of efforts to promote disability inclusion across the ...