A Research Agenda on Science and Technology for the Handicapped. Proceedings of a Workshop on Science and Technology for the Handicapped Held at Washington, DC. on November 26-28, 1978

摘要

The workshop was designed to develop an agenda to support NSF staff in planning a program of research in science and technology for the handicapped, as mandated by Congress. A major goal was to involve handicapped scientists and engineers in the planning process. An overview presentation describes the scope of the proposed agenda stressing that it include the full range of disability groups. Also discussed are the establishment of regional centers to address individual needs, philosophical differences within disability groups, and research priorities. Seven science and technology categories were highlighted: mobility impairment--neuromuscular/skeletal disabilities; visual disability; hearing impairment; vocal impairment; psychological and social issues for research; economic issues for research; and principles for operating an R & D program for the physically handicapped. Each section includes an introduction, research issues, and recommendations.