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Centre for studying non-verbal, non-written communication at the University of Stirling. Describes
research, lists practical projects and recent publications, and provides an overview of training
services. Also links to other UK groups working with people with communication impairments.
http://www.aacscotland.com/
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Science Access Project
Develops methods for making science, math, and engineering information accessible to people with
print disabilities.
http://dots.physics.orst.edu/
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BATS
Research project at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill to investigate means of creating
and distributing maps that are accessible to the visually impaired.
http://www.cs.unc.edu/assist/bats
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Assistive Technology Online Community
Information, news, resources, events, discussion forum about Assistive Technology for children and
adults with disabilities and special needs. Free membership.
http://groups.msn.com/AdaptiveandAssistiveTechnology/
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Cowichan Independent Living Resource Center
Non-profit society that promotes informed choice and empowerment of persons living with
disabilities.
http://www.cvilrc.bc.ca
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Cerebral Palsy and Technology
Information about cerebral palsy and the effects that technology can have upon it.
http://uk.geocities.com/whartonleigh
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Disabled Drivers Information
Information on vehicle adaptations for disabled drivers in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
http://www.disabled.driverinfo.btinternet.co.uk
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Davidson Program for Independence
A residential rehabilitation program that provides independence skills for adults who are newly
blind or visually impaired.
http://www.dpinews.org
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Washington Assistive Technology Alliance
WATA provides information, referrals, consultation, and training.
http://www.wata.org/
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Access-Able
Offers comprehensive information about making the home environment handicap accessible.
http://www.access-able.org
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Illinois Assistive Technology Project
Offers funding information, assistance, training, newsletters, and demonstration center.
http://www.iltech.org/
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Augmentative Communication
Publishes the newsletters Augmentative Communication News (ACN) and Alternatively Speaking (AS),
which provide information on hot topics in the field, discussion of vital issues for AAC
stakeholders, and news from the AAC community.
http://www.augcominc.com
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Center on Disabilities
Conference proceedings online
http://www.csun.edu/cod/
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Tech Connections
Provides information about assistive technology to state vocational rehabilitation and others
interested in accommodations for work, school, or home. Includes accommodation ideas, case studies,
resources. Funded by NIDRR.
http://www.techconnections.org
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Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America
RESNA is an interdisciplinary association of people with a common interest in technology and
disability.
http://www.resna.org
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Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Technology Transfer
Advances methods, technologies and products, through collaboration with all stakeholders to improve
assistive technology devices and services.
http://cosmos.ot.buffalo.edu/
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Project Participate
Promotes the appropriate use of technology for students with disabilities in school programs.
http://www.projectparticipate.org
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Federal Policy Barriers to Assistive Technology
The National Council on Disabilities' report describing the barriers in United States Federal
assistive technology policy to increasing the availability of and access to assistive technology
devices and assistive technology services for people with disabilities.
http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/publications/assisttechnology.html
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Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe
Stimulates the advancement of assistive technology for the benefit of persons with disabilities,
including elderly people.
http://www.fernuni-hagen.de/FTB/AAATE.html
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Center for Applied Special Technology
Opportunities for individuals with disabilities through the development of and innovative uses of
technology.
http://www.cast.org/
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Adaptive Technology Resource Centre, The
Provides education, services and research information about adaptive technologies by the University
of Toronto.
http://www.utoronto.ca/atrc/
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John Williams' Assistive Technology Column
Critiques of the new technologies and products that help the disabled to realize their potential as
successful, productive employees.
http://www.businessweek.com/bwdaily/dnflash/astecharc.htm
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Family Guide to Assistive Technology
Helps parents learn more about assistive technology and how it can help their children. Includes
tips for getting started, ideas about where to look for money, and suggestions for what to do when
applying for funding.
http://www.pluk.org/AT1.html
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Office of Advocate for Persons with Disabilities
Consumer-responsive, comprehensive system of access to assistive technology usable by individuals
with disabilities.
http://www.advoc4disabled.state.ny.us/
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Assistive Technology Industry Association
Association of manufacturers and vendors selling technology-based assistive devices for people with
disabilities, or providing services associated with or required by people with disabilities.
http://www.atia.org/
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Alliance for Technology Access
A network of community-based Resource Centers, Developers and Vendors, Affiliates, and Associates
dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities,
and increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information technologies.
http://www.ataccess.org/
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