Due to a mugging incident, it has been more than 20 years since internationally acclaimed pianist João Carlos Martins has played his beloved instrument with 10 fingers. But the Brazilian maestro is finally able to play his favorite Bach sonatas once again thanks to innovative … [Read more...] about Renowned Brazilian pianists regains ability to play thanks to bionic gloves
Disability
Scientists develop an AI system that translates thoughts into text
If you haven’t heard of locked-in syndrome, it is a rare neurological disorder where the patient is awake and conscious but “locked-in” their body, due to complete paralysis of all voluntary muscles in the body, but with a normal exception being their eyes. In a bid to aid … [Read more...] about Scientists develop an AI system that translates thoughts into text
Google to donate 100,000 smart speakers to people with paralysis
While smart speakers have made a lot of people’s homes more comfortable, for people with disabilities these state-of-the-art gadgets can be life-changing. The hands-free, intuitive nature of this technology allows people to control light switches, thermostats, locks and more with … [Read more...] about Google to donate 100,000 smart speakers to people with paralysis
Thorkil Sonne: Autism entrepreneur
President of the Party of European Socialists and former prime minister of Denmark, Poul Nyrup Rasmussen nominates Thorkil Sonne for his work in helping those with autism thrive in the workplace. | Jan/Feb 2010 issue Thorkil Sonne. Founder, Specialisterne. … [Read more...] about Thorkil Sonne: Autism entrepreneur
