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Save the Date…for Science!

State of the Science Conferences offer excellent opportunities to learn about the latest research and development in disability and rehabilitation. We spotlight two upcoming conferences and past events you can stream. Continue reading

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Low Vision Awareness Month: A Quick Look at the Latest NIDILRR-Funded Research and Development

A quick look at some of the current NIDILRR grantees conducting research and development to support people with blindness and low vision Continue reading

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The National Data Centers: Advancing SCI, TBI, and Burn Injury Recovery Through Knowledge

NIDILRR funds three national data centers focused on spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and burn injuries. More than 50 years of data on these injuries is available to researchers, free of charge! Learn more about these databases and how you can access them. Continue reading

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Olmstead at 25: Snapshots of Community Living Research from the NIDILRR Community

As the Olmstead decisions turns 25, we explored some of the research and development in community living from the NIDILRR grantee community since this landmark event. These snapshots in time capture some of the trends and themes we’ve seen over … Continue reading

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Occupational Therapy Month: OTs Have a Role to Play in Research

April is Occupational Therapy Month, recognizing the contributions of this vital profession and the meaningful difference occupational therapists (OT) make in the lives of the people they work with. Many people with disabilities work with OTs to develop the skills … Continue reading

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Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Competitive Integrated Employment Opens a World of Opportunities

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM), organized by the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities and its partners. The theme for 2024 is A World of Opportunities, celebrating people working together to remove obstacles so all can succeed. … Continue reading

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ADA Anniversary Month: Challenges Persist but There Is Progress #ThanksToTheADA

#ThanksToTheADA, we have made much progress toward full participation of people with disabilities. We look at recent #NIDILRR funded research on persistent challenges and solutions to removing these barriers. Continue reading

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Autism and Neurodiversity – Differences, not Deficits

For #Autism Acceptance Month, we’re looking at the diversity of #NIDILRR-funded research and development supporting early intervention, school to work/college transition, and full community participation of autistic people. Continue reading

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If You Liked… Traumatic Brain Injury: What is It and What Research and Resources are Available?

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, organized by the Brain Injury Association of America. The observance offers an important opportunity to bring attention to the prevention of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and to promote strategies to improve the quality of … Continue reading

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Celebrate the Wheelchair Technology of Today and Tomorrow

NARIC Director Mark X. Odum reflects on his experience as a powered wheelchair user and what this essential technology means to his independence. Continue reading

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