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House of Lords debate highlights need for reform in NHS prosthetics provision
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A House of Lords debate on 1 May 2025 laid bare the serious challenges facing amputees in England, particularly with regard to access to prosthetic care through the NHS. The House of Lords debated the following question in Parliament: “Lord Mackinlay of Richborough (Conservative) to ask His Majesty’s Government what steps they are taking…
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Easier for Everyone: A Look at Apple’s Upcoming Powerful New Accessibility Features (2025)
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Apple recently shared some exciting news about powerful new features designed to make their devices even more accessible later this year. These tools aim to help people of all abilities use their iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and even Apple Vision Pro more easily, independently, and productively. Making technology work for everyone is incredibly…
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Apple’s upcoming accessibility features include a seamless braille note taker and helpful magnifier app
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Apple’s Magnifier app for Mac Technology giant Apple has announced new and powerful accessibility features coming later this year, which are designed to make Apple products easier to use and more inclusive for people. Headline features include providing detailed information about accessibility features within games and apps, a magnifier app for people with sight…
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Report estimates £6.4bn is needed to meet demand and improve access to care in 2028/29
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The Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) has responded to new analysis from the Health Foundation that estimates that an additional £3.4 billion a year would be needed by 2028/29 to avoid adult social care services from declining. Ahead of the UK Government’s forthcoming Spending Review, the Health Foundation says that this is…
Where AI Meets Inclusion
Welcome to Assistive AI Lab Where AI Meets Inclusion
At Assistive AI Lab, we are dedicated to developing cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies to enhance accessibility and empower individuals with diverse needs. Our interdisciplinary team passionately pursues innovative research and practical solutions, bridging the gap between advanced AI techniques and inclusive, real-world applications.
Our mission is to ensure that artificial intelligence benefits everyone, particularly those traditionally underserved by technology. By focusing on accessibility, usability, and human-centered design, our lab creates transformative tools and systems that facilitate greater independence, inclusion, and quality of life.
We specialize in:
- Assistive Technology Development: Creating intelligent solutions that improve daily living, communication, and mobility.
- Inclusive AI Systems: Ensuring AI applications are designed to be universally accessible and beneficial.
- Human-Centered Innovation: Collaborating closely with users and communities to develop meaningful, impactful technologies.
Join us in shaping a future where artificial intelligence genuinely meets the needs of all individuals, fostering a society that is truly inclusive and accessible.
