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Edward Steinfeld to receive UB presidential award

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Edward H. Steinfeld, award-winning professor of architecture in the School of Architecture and Planning and an international pioneer in the field of inclusive design and environmental access, will receive the university’s second annual Presidential Award for Faculty Excellence from President John B. Simpson at 5 p.m. March 25 in 146 Diefendorf Hall, South Campus. Read More >>

Olympic Park inclusive design hailed as setting new standard for industry

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The design of the Olympic Park has been praised for its inclusivity and accessibility, and highlighted as potentially changing the way future developments are designed. Read More >>

CNN Article on Web Accessibility

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Advancement in technology and software enables visually impaired individuals experience the web with ease. Read more >>

Common Syringe is Redesigned by Oxo

The new design helps those with rheumatoid arthritis with the tricky task of self-administered injections. The design gives a level of comfort to patients who need to self adminitster shots.

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Emporia delivers simple cellphone:

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Emporia Life has designed a cell phone for an older demographic. The phone’s simple shape, large buttons and large screen text allow users to navigate the features on the phone with ease. Read More >>

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