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Hospital charity donates transformative rehab equipment to help patients regain mobility after a stroke
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The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King’s Lynn (QEHKL) Charity has donated £23,000 worth of assistive technology equipment that will help patients at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) King’s Lynn NHS Foundation Trust with their stroke rehabilitation. LiteGait is an assistive device that safely harnesses those with mobility issues allowing them to walk independently on a treadmill.…
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Clinicians, academics, and medtech staff to take part in an interactive day of knowledge exchange
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A newly announced event is set to offer a “vibrant innovation showcase dedicated to advancing the future of healthcare technology” during this year’s Glasgow Tech Week, a formal NHS partner says. InnoScot Health believes that the dynamic, free-to-attend ‘Health Tech Innovation with West of Scotland Innovation Hub’ gathering will be a highlight of the…
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Rethinking Customer Experience Through the Lens of Accessibility
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When businesses discuss delivering great customer experiences, they usually focus on speed, convenience, personalization, and innovation. While these elements matter, many organizations overlook a crucial factor: accessibility.
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New campaign launches to put people, not kit, at the heart of technology-enabled care
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TSA, the national advisory body for the technology-enabled care (TEC) sector, has launched a new campaign to change the story of TEC, shifting the focus from devices and equipment to the impact it has on people’s lives. The ‘Everyday TEC’ campaign was prompted by a study examining what people want from TEC. Social policy…
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Eldercare robot helps people sit and stand, and catches them if they fall
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The United States population is older than it has ever been. Today, the country’s median age is 38.9, which is nearly a decade older than it was in 1980. And the number of adults older than 65 is expected to balloon from 58 million to 82 million by 2050. The challenge of caring for…
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Case study: How TEC reconnected a mother and daughter and provided reassurance
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Sharon and her mum, Monica When Sharon’s mum, Monica, lost her partner and began struggling with her health, Sharon found herself trying to care from a distance—juggling a demanding job in Exeter with near-daily phone calls and constant worry about her mum, who lives alone with her two dogs in Barnstaple, Devon. Sharon said:…
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.
