Shawn Maloney - The Nature of Ability (Page 2)

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Design & Technology

Blind fans enjoy a tactile broadcast at the Super Bowl

A group of 10 blind and low-vision fans will experience Super Bowl LX using a hand-held device that translates gameplay into vibration and sound. The innovative tech is the creation of a Seattle-based start-up called OneCourt. The company worked with the NFL and Ticketmaster to bring

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Access & Policy

Neuro-doping and the spirit of para sport

Researchers at the University of Birmingham are sounding the alarm on the growing risk of “electroceuticals” in para sport. They argue that the use of spinal cord stimulation systems should be reviewed by the World Anti-Doping Agency to protect the integrity of para sport against the emerging threat of

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Access & Policy

UT Arlington elevates wheelchair basketball

The University of Texas Arlington men's and women's wheelchair basketball teams have a new home. After decades of success, the "Movin' Mavs" and "Lady Movin' Mavs" are officially joining the UTA Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. Both teams will be supported

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Design & Technology

Helmets are definitely cool

High Fives Foundation launched the latest version of their “Helmets are Cool” campaign to create awareness about snow sport safety. High Fives Foundation was originally founded as the "safety net" of the action sports community. The organization provides therapeutic grants to athletes who experience life-changing injuries. Crucially,

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Media & Culture

Para swimmer leads by example

Ali Thuwit is stronger than you think. American Paralympian Ali Thuwit announced a $400,000 gift to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Foundation to support the next generation of para swimmers. The commitment comes in partnership with Thuwit’s foundation, Stronger Than You Think, and will provide incentive pay

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Media & Culture

Apple accessibility ad featured in prime time

College football fans got a quick lesson in accessibility when ESPN aired Apple’s latest ad campaign during the national championship game this week. The ad highlights accessibility features while college students with disabilities sing along in a joyous campus-wide musical. The film was directed by Kim Gehrig, who

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Access & Policy

Vermont Adaptive purchases land for conservation and recreation

Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports is working to build the state's first adaptive outdoor center. Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports will be settling into their new home after purchasing a 125-acre property in Rochester, VT. The farmland was purchased with support from Vermont Land Trust and Vermont

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Disability & Identity

Wheelchair rugby players get tattoos during tournament

Just when we thought wheelchair rugby couldn't possibly be more badass. The Denver Barbarians Wheelchair Rugby Club added a unique twist to their signature event. The Mile High Mayhem tournament featured a tattoo station, on-site, with custom flash designs and professional tattoo artists ready to ink players