Volume 1, Number 3

Upcoming Studies and Events

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Have you moved? Have your abilities changed? Are you using different technology? If so, let us know.

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CATEA at the International Conference on Aging Disability and Independence (ICADI)
Join CATEA at the ICADI Conference in February 21st-23rd, 2008. Sign-up by November 30, 2007 to receive the discounted rate.

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Development of an Alleviating Pressure Cushion
The Mobility RERC (Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center) at CATEA is developing an Alleviating Pressure Cushion (AP cushion). This is a joint project with our Industry Partner, Z Development, that involves the redesign of this company’s pre-existing technology - the Pressure Alleviating Seat Cushion (PASC) (US Patent 6,367,106).

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Survey on Mobility Device Usage
New survey starting in September.

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Work RERC to Partner with NISH for JWOD/JETS National Engineering Design Challenge for High School Students
Do you know any high school students interested in developing solutions for people with severe disabilities? CATEA's WorkRERC and NISH are looking for students to participate in a design challenge.

Updates

medical bed
CATEA and Shepherd Center collaborate on an introductory study entitled: "Determination of optimal technique to monitor bed occupancy and body position"
The risk of developing a pressure ulcer is a significant concern for people with spinal cord injury (SCI) and people with impaired mobility.

wheelchair cushion
Pressure Mapping a Hit for Shepherd's Cushion Degradation Study (This Study is Ongoing)
This study is open to anyone who uses a pressure-relieving wheelchair cushion.

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Study on Inclusive Indoor Play (This Study is Ongoing)

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CATEA Presents at RESNA 2007 Annual Conference
Thanks go to the many CCN members who participated in CATEA projects during 2006.

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Name the CATEA Service Dog Contest Winner Announced!
The results are in! Come meet the newest member of the CATEA family.

CCN Member Corner

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Local Poet Reflects on Life in Atlanta
CCN member and poet, Darrell A. Deeds, lives in Atlanta, GA. Here we share some of his insights and thoughts about some of Atlanta's famous features.