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App under development at UW could make it easier, more affordable to ‘age in place’
Researchers are using augmented reality to help make homes safer for older adults through a tool called ARHAT—the Augmented Reality Home Assessment Tool. ARHAT guides users through a process to measure key features of a living space and suggests accessibility improvements. By streamlining what can be a clunky and expensive process, the tool supports a more affordable, community-based approach to home safety. The project is led by Jung-hye Shin and Kevin Ponto from the Department of Design Studies and the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery, alongside occupational therapist and kinesiology professor Beth Fields.
Exploring the Wonders of Science with Leah Elson at the Wisconsin Science Festival
The Wisconsin Science Festival welcomes renowned science influencer and author Leah Elson to engage with audiences of all ages. “I got to take the stage with colleagues from drastically different areas of science and community outreach, joining forces to educate (and entertain) an adult audience–interdisciplinary collaboration at its finest (and most impactful!)," says Elson.
WID Welcomes New Kohler Fellows: Exploring Art, Science, and Interdisciplinary Expression
WID welcomes the newest Marie Christine Kohler Fellows, an interdisciplinary program uniting science and the humanities. Fellows collaborate on research, outreach, and creative projects. Originally a residential program, it evolved into a WID-Graduate School partnership. Each year, artist-scientist pairs receive stipends to foster innovation.
Guest column: “The war on discovery” is antithesis of campaign pledge to make America great again
"Make America Great Again. Make America Healthy Again. These were promises made by candidate Trump in his campaign to be president of the United States of America. What in this campaign platform should have prepared us for a war on discovery?" Read WID director, Dr. Jo Handelsman's Wisconsin Technology Council's guest column.
