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Are Robotic Guide Dogs the Next Step in Transformative Technology for People with Vision Loss?
Researchers are now working on robotic technologies that incorporate sophisticated computer learning systems to augment the traditional white cane or replicate many of the same functions of a guide dog.
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Can My Child See the Blackboard?
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, a national health observance during back-to-school season that highlights the importance of protecting children’s vision and eye health.
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Why Sunglasses Are More Than a Fashion Statement
Styles of sunglasses may change each year, but one thing remains constant: sunglasses are key to protecting your eyes from the damaging rays of the sun.
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Lighthouse Guild Awards College Scholarships of $10,000 Each to 15 Students Who Are Blind
Lighthouse Guild announced today that it is awarding 15 college scholarships of $10,000 each to students from across the country who are legally blind and will be entering college or attending graduate school in the Fall.
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Smart Cities and Autonomous Driving: How Technology is Providing Greater Freedom of Movement for People with Vision Loss
The latest episode of the Lighthouse Guild podcast “On Tech and Vision” explores how technology is transforming the world for people with vision loss through game-changing concepts such as smart cities and autonomous driving.
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Students Gathered in Central Park to Play the Adaptive Sport of Blind Baseball
On Saturday, May 6, students gathered for a morning of fun and excitement in Central Park, playing the adaptive sport of blind baseball. The participants ranged from ages six to thirteen and are students from Lighthouse Guild’s Youth Skills Program.
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Team Lighthouse Guild Rides in Bike Tour to Raise Awareness of Eye Health
New York— On Sunday, May 7, Team Lighthouse Guild was among the 32,000 riders participating in the 2023 TD Five Boro Bike Tour.
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Visually Impaired Bikers Riding with Team Lighthouse Guild in TD Five Boro Bike Tour
Bikers who are visually impaired, family members, friends, and staff, will be biking with Team Lighthouse Guild in the 2023 TD Five Boro Bike Tour on Sunday, May 7, to increase awareness about the importance of eye health.
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How New Technology Is Making Gaming More Immersive and Inclusive for People with Vision Loss
New technology is continuing to change the game for people with vision loss. For decades, people with vision loss had limited options when it came to accessing video games.
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How Music Tech Is Making Performing and Composing Easier for MusiciansWho Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Latest Episode of Podcast “On Tech and Vision with Dr. Cal Roberts” Explores Transformative Technologies in Music
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