Vision & Health Blog
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Vision Magnification and Enhancement Systems
This 9-minute video reviews a range of assistive technology for people with vision impairment.
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On Tech & Vision Podcast
Reimagining the Visual Arts
Dr. Cal speaks with El-Deane Naude from Sony Electronics about the Retissa NeoViewer, a project developed with QD Laser that projects images taken on a camera directly onto the photographer’s retina. This technology allows people who are visually impaired to see their work much more clearly and with greater ease.
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2023 Lighthouse Guild Awards Lecture
Watch this year's Lighthouse Guild Awards Lectures which feature the Bressler Prize awardee, Dr. Wiley A. Chambers, who talks about the process of approving new ophthalmic drugs. The Pisart Award recipient, Mr. Saqib Shaikh, discusses how the power of technology can empower people with vision loss through the Seeing AI project. Additionally, the Morse Lecture recipient, Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney, elaborates on the importance of advocacy for people with disabilities.
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On Tech & Vision Podcast
Innovation Process from Big Idea to Reality
This podcast is about big ideas on how technology is making life better for people with vision loss.
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Accessible Voting: Know Your Rights!
Learn about the accessible voting machines and tools available at every polling site. You have the right to vote privately and independently.
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Panel Discussion: Making Entertainment Media Accessible for People with Vision Impairment
Expert panelists in music production, communications, and a professional DJ provide their insights on how users with vision impairment access visual media.
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Workshop: Spectrum Access App for People with Vision Impairment
Movies, television, and other visual media are now accessible to users who are visually impaired through the free Spectrum Access App.
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On Tech & Vision Podcast
Robotic Guidance Technology
Researchers are working on robotic technologies that can replicate many of the same functions of a guide dog.
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Tech Talk
Tech Talk: The Envision App & AI Smart Glasses
June 20, 2023 - Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss the Envision App & AI-powered smart glasses.
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New Technology to Support People with Hearing and Vision Loss
OMNY program, the new contactless fare payment system NYC for subways and buses, and how older people with half fare cards can easily transition to this convenient “tap and go” system.
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