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https://read.qxmd.com/read/38322699/-blinkboard-guiding-and-monitoring-circuit-assembly-for-synchronous-and-remote-physical-computing-education
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Andrea Bianchi, Kongpyung Justin Moon, Artem Dementyev, Seungwoo Je
Motivated by the necessity of guiding and monitoring students when assembling electronic circuits during in-class activities, we propose BlinkBoard , an augmented breadboard that enhances synchronous and remote physical computing classes. BlinkBoard uses LEDs placed on each row of a breadboard to guide, via four distinct blinking patterns, how to place and connect components and wires. It also uses a set of Input/Output pins to sense voltage levels or to generate voltage output at user-specified rows. Our hardware uses an open protocol of JSON commands and responses that can be used directly via a command line interface to control the hardware...
March 2024: HardwareX
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38319681/parents-perceptions-of-eye-gaze-technology-use-by-children-with-complex-communication-needs
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Sandra Masayko, Joy McGowan, Namrata Grampurohit
PURPOSE: Some preschool students with complex communication needs explore eye-gaze computer technology (EGCT) and adopt computer-based augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). The objective of this study was to follow preschool explorers of EGCT who are now school aged to describe the children's use of technology and parents' perceptions of its utility for communication, participation, or leisure. METHOD: Ten parents completed survey questions by Internet and phone and reported their perceptions of nine children's effectiveness in the use and acceptance of AAC and the support they received in implementing technology...
February 6, 2024: American Journal of Speech-language Pathology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38300727/a-systematic-review-of-acquisition-and-mastery-of-skills-taught-using-the-picture-exchange-communication-system
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Heather J Forbes, Jason C Travers, Jenee Vickers Johnson
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a popular augmentative and alternative communication intervention for individuals with developmental disabilities that includes six, sequential phases of instruction. We systematically reviewed published and unpublished single-case PECS studies for details about the percentage of participants mastering PECS phases, how long it took participants to master PECS phases (in trials to mastery), and what constituted mastery of PECS phases. We found most participants mastered only the first two phases of PECS, and Phases I, II, and IV showed the slowest and widest variability in trials to mastery...
February 1, 2024: Augmentative and Alternative Communication: AAC
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38290536/leveraging-communication-partner-speech-to-automate-augmented-input-for-children-on-the-autism-spectrum-who-are-minimally-verbal-prototype-development-and-preliminary-efficacy-investigation
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Christine Holyfield, Stephen MacNeil, Nicolette Caldwell, Tara O'Neill Zimmerman, Elizabeth Lorah, Eduard Dragut, Slobodan Vucetic
PURPOSE: Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology innovation is urgently needed to improve outcomes for children on the autism spectrum who are minimally verbal. One potential technology innovation is applying artificial intelligence (AI) to automate strategies such as augmented input to increase language learning opportunities while mitigating communication partner time and learning barriers. Innovation in AAC research and design methodology is also needed to empirically explore this and other applications of AI to AAC...
January 30, 2024: American Journal of Speech-language Pathology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38284971/examining-the-family-centeredness-of-speech-language-pathologists-working-with-children-who-use-augmentative-and-alternative-communication
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Elizabeth E Biggs, Michelle C S Therrien, Diana Abarca, Mollie Romano, Andrea Barton-Hulsey, Sara C Collins
PURPOSE: Family-professional partnerships are important for youth learning to use aided augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). This study examined the family-oriented beliefs and practices of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) working with preschool and school-aged children learning to use aided AAC (aged 3-21 years), specifically during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHOD: Participants were 25 SLPs who participated in an individual semistructured interview...
January 29, 2024: American Journal of Speech-language Pathology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38283666/integration-of-a-large-language-model-with-augmentative-and-alternative-communication-tool-for-oncological-aphasia-rehabilitation
#26
EDITORIAL
Yingchun Zeng, Qi Tang, Shuchang Chen, Xiaoqin Chen
No abstract text is available yet for this article.
February 2024: Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38247908/advanced-strategies-for-the-fabrication-of-multi-material-anatomical-models-of-complex-pediatric-oncologic-cases
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Arnau Valls-Esteve, Aitor Tejo-Otero, Núria Adell-Gómez, Pamela Lustig-Gainza, Felip Fenollosa-Artés, Irene Buj-Corral, Josep Rubio-Palau, Josep Munuera, Lucas Krauel
The printing and manufacturing of anatomical 3D models has gained popularity in complex surgical cases for surgical planning, simulation and training, the evaluation of anatomical relations, medical device testing and patient-professional communication. 3D models provide the haptic feedback that Virtual or Augmented Reality (VR/AR) cannot provide. However, there are many technologies and strategies for the production of 3D models. Therefore, the aim of the present study is to show and compare eight different strategies for the manufacture of surgical planning and training prototypes...
December 27, 2023: Bioengineering
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38225423/wireless-facial-biosensing-system-for-monitoring-facial-palsy-with-flexible-microneedle-electrode-arrays
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Wenjianlong Zhou, Zhongyan Wang, Qin Xu, Xiangxiang Liu, Junshi Li, Huaiqiang Yu, Hui Qiao, Lirui Yang, Liangpeng Chen, Yuan Zhang, Zhe Huang, Yuxing Pang, Zhitong Zhang, Jiayan Zhang, Xiudong Guan, Shunchang Ma, Yingjie Ren, Xiaoyi Shi, Linhao Yuan, Deling Li, Dong Huang, Zhihong Li, Wang Jia
Facial palsy (FP) profoundly influences interpersonal communication and emotional expression, necessitating precise diagnostic and monitoring tools for optimal care. However, current electromyography (EMG) systems are limited by their bulky nature, complex setups, and dependence on skilled technicians. Here we report an innovative biosensing approach that utilizes a PEDOT:PSS-modified flexible microneedle electrode array (P-FMNEA) to overcome the limitations of existing EMG devices. Supple system-level mechanics ensure excellent conformality to the facial curvilinear regions, enabling the detection of targeted muscular ensemble movements for facial paralysis assessment...
January 15, 2024: NPJ Digital Medicine
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38215219/relation-of-speech-language-profile-and-communication-modality-to-participation-of-children-with-cerebral-palsy
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Kristen M Allison, Kayla M Doherty
PURPOSE: This study aimed to examine the contribution of speech motor impairment (SMI), language impairment, and communication modality to communicative and overall participation outcomes in school-age children with cerebral palsy (CP). METHOD: Eighty-one caregivers of children with CP provided information about their child's speech and language skills, communication modality, and participation through a web-based survey. Caregiver responses to two validated scales were used to quantify children's communicative participation and overall participation...
January 12, 2024: American Journal of Speech-language Pathology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38212623/in-vivo-assembly-enhanced-binding-effect-augments-tumor-specific-ferroptosis-therapy
#30
JOURNAL ARTICLE
Da-Yong Hou, Dong-Bing Cheng, Ni-Yuan Zhang, Zhi-Jia Wang, Xing-Jie Hu, Xin Li, Mei-Yu Lv, Xiang-Peng Li, Ling-Rui Jian, Jin-Peng Ma, Taolei Sun, Zeng-Ying Qiao, Wanhai Xu, Hao Wang
Emerging evidence indicates that the activation of ferroptosis by glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) inhibitors may be a prominent therapeutic strategy for tumor suppression. However, the wide application of GPX4 inhibitors in tumor therapy is hampered due to poor tumor delivery efficacy and the nonspecific activation of ferroptosis. Taking advantage of in vivo self-assembly, we develop a peptide-ferriporphyrin conjugate with tumor microenvironment specific activation to improve tumor penetration, endocytosis and GPX4 inhibition, ultimately enhancing its anticancer activity via ferroptosis...
January 11, 2024: Nature Communications
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38204745/assessment-methods-for-problematic-eating-behaviors-in-children-and-adolescents-with-autism-spectrum-disorder
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Miji Lee, Seolha Lee, Jong-Woo Sohn, Ki Woo Kim, Hyung Jin Choi
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be associated with eating problems. However, currently, there is a lack of established guidelines for assessing and addressing eating behaviors in individuals with ASD. This gap in research exists due to the challenges associated with using traditional assessment methods, which may lead to discrepancies in responses and unintentional potential biases from caregivers. In this review, we provided a comprehensive overview of various eating behaviors commonly observed in individuals with ASD...
January 1, 2024: Soa--chʻŏngsonyŏn chŏngsin ŭihak, Journal of child & adolescent psychiatry
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38189335/bitter-taste-receptors-establish-a-stable-binding-affinity-with-the-sars-cov-2-spike-1-protein-akin-to-ace2
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Senthil Arun Kumar, C Selvaa Kumar, Norine Dsouza
COVID-19 is caused by the highly contagious SARS-CoV-2 virus, which originated in Wuhan, China, resulting in the highest worldwide mortality rate. Gustatory dysfunction is common among individuals infected with the Wild-type Wuhan strain. However, there are no reported cases of gustatory dysfunction among patients infected with the mutant delta variant. The reason behind this remains elusive to date. This in-silico -based study aims to unravel this clinical factor by evaluating the overall binding affinity of predominant bitter taste receptors associated with gustatory function ( T2R-4 , 10 , 14 , 19 , 31 , 38 , 43 , and 46 ) with the Receptor Binding Domain ( RBD ) of spike 1 ( S1 ) protein of Wuhan ( Wild )/d elta-SARS-CoV-2 ( mut1 - T478K ; mut2 - E484K ) variants...
January 8, 2024: Journal of Biomolecular Structure & Dynamics
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38187331/reducing-traffic-congestion-in-makkah-during-hajj-through-the-use-of-ai-technology
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Foziah Gazzawe, Marwan Albahar
This research addresses the pervasive issue of traffic congestion during the Hajj, where approximately 250,000 vehicles substantially exacerbate travel times and road accidents, while also escalating pollution levels, thereby adversely affecting public health. Aimed at bolstering the Kingdom's Vision 2030, the study focuses on the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced communication technologies to optimize traffic management in Mecca. Through the innovative deployment of smart cameras and real-time data analytics, the proposed system seeks to predict, manage, and alleviate traffic congestion by providing alternative routes and facilitating smoother vehicular movement...
January 15, 2024: Heliyon
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38183414/the-effect-of-caregiver-implemented-training-on-augmentative-alternative-communication-use-by-individuals-with-rett-syndrome-remote-coaching-via-telehealth
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Jennifer J McComas, Rebecca Kolb, Shawn Girtler
Limited published literature exists demonstrating functional relations between idiosyncratic responses or augmentative alternative communication (AAC) and social reinforcement for individuals with Rett syndrome. In this study, six females with Rett syndrome ages 2-25 demonstrated requesting for preferred items using both idiosyncratic responses (e.g, looking, reaching) and AAC (e.g. single response microswitches). Researchers connected remotely via telehealth to coach caregivers to implement all sessions in home environments...
January 6, 2024: Developmental Neurorehabilitation
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38169438/a-qualitative-pilot-study-of-adult-aac-users-experiences-related-to-accessing-and-receiving-mental-health-services
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Adrianna M Noyes, Krista M Wilkinson
There is currently limited research related to mental health supports for individuals who use AAC, particularly about the actual lived experiences of AAC users who receive mental health services. There may be alterations to mental health services for individuals who use AAC. The aim of this study was to gain the perspectives of AAC users on accessing and receiving mental health services. Three participants who used AAC and received mental health services shared their experiences related to receiving mental health services...
January 3, 2024: Augmentative and Alternative Communication: AAC
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38167494/constructing-sulfur-and-oxygen-super-coordinated-main-group-electrocatalysts-for-selective-and-cumulative-h-2-o-2-production
#36
JOURNAL ARTICLE
Xiao Zhou, Yuan Min, Changming Zhao, Cai Chen, Ming-Kun Ke, Shi-Lin Xu, Jie-Jie Chen, Yuen Wu, Han-Qing Yu
Direct electrosynthesis of hydrogen peroxide (H2 O2 ) via the two-electron oxygen reduction reaction presents a burgeoning alternative to the conventional energy-intensive anthraquinone process for on-site applications. Nevertheless, its adoption is currently hindered by inferior H2 O2 selectivity and diminished H2 O2 yield induced by consecutive H2 O2 reduction or Fenton reactions. Herein, guided by theoretical calculations, we endeavor to overcome this challenge by activating a main-group Pb single-atom catalyst via a local micro-environment engineering strategy employing a sulfur and oxygen super-coordinated structure...
January 2, 2024: Nature Communications
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38167195/speech-pathologists-perspectives-on-the-use-of-augmentative-and-alternative-communication-devices-with-people-with-acquired-brain-injury-and-reflections-from-lived-experience
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Jan Mackey, Helen McCulloch, Grace Scheiner, Anj Barker, Libby Callaway
BACKGROUND: Communication changes following acquired brain injury (ABI) may necessitate use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Speech pathologists regularly assist people with ABI and their families with AAC assessment and recommendations, as well as education and training on AAC use. To date, there has been no Australian research investigating the perspectives of speech pathologists working in the field of ABI and AAC. This research aimed to 1) Explore speech pathologists' insights regarding enablers and barriers to considerations and uptake, and ongoing use, of AAC by people with ABI and 2) Understand their perspectives on AAC acceptance, abandonment and rejection...
September 2023: Brain Impairment: a Multidisciplinary Journal of the Australian Society for the Study of Brain Impairment
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38166593/assistive-technology-to-facilitate-children-s-play-a-scoping-review
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REVIEW
Minoo Dabiri Golchin, Jacquie Ripat, Michèle Verdonck
PURPOSE: Play is a fundamental human right and one of the most important occupations in children's lives. Fewer opportunities exist for children with physical disabilities (CWPD) to play. This study aimed to conduct a scoping review of published peer-reviewed literature on using AT to enable "play-for-the-sake-of-play" by CWPD. METHOD: The review was conducted using a widely accepted scoping review methodology. Literature searches were conducted from January 2000 to March 2022 using MEDLINE, Central, CINAHL, ERIC, Scopus, and EMBASE...
January 2, 2024: Disability and Rehabilitation. Assistive Technology
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38149680/characteristics-of-drawing-deficits-in-people-with-aphasia-differences-between-symbolic-and-realistic-drawn-objects
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Noriyo Komori, Ritsuo Hashimoto, Chihiro Jinushi, Momoko Uechi, Shou Oikawa, Emi Hirano
BACKGROUND: Pictures drawn by people with aphasia (PWA) are often more challenging to understand than those drawn by healthy people. There are two types of objects: those that tend to be drawn symbolically (symbolically drawn objects-SOs) and those that are likely to be drawn realistically (realistically drawn objects-ROs). AIMS: To compare the identification rate and number of misunderstanding types between SOs and ROs drawn by PWA and healthy controls (HCs). To reveal trends in the misunderstandings of drawings by PWA, and to identify the language or cognitive abilities related to the identification rate of pictures drawn by PWA...
December 27, 2023: International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38147490/-you-just-want-to-be-able-to-communicate-with-your-child-parents-perspectives-on-communication-and-aac-use-for-beginning-communicators-on-the-autism-spectrum
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Emily Laubscher, Lauramarie Pope, Janice Light
PURPOSE: For young children on the autism spectrum who are beginning communicators, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) can support language development and participation in meaningful interactions. AAC is more likely to be effective when services align with the needs and priorities of the child's family. To better understand family perspectives, this study investigated the communication and AAC experiences of parents of young beginning communicators on the autism spectrum...
December 26, 2023: American Journal of Speech-language Pathology
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