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Recommended Reads: A world of fiction
Looking for a little escape as the days become shorter and colder? Check out these books that will take you on fantastic adventures around the globe! The post Recommended Reads: A world of fiction appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Leadership members engage with Perkins’ impact
Our Leadership and Changemaker Circle members are invited to participate in engaging and experiencing how their generous annual contribution supports the daily work and impact Perkins has globally. The post Leadership members engage with Perkins’ impact appeared first...
Donor profile: Father Joe Mazzone
Father Joe Mazzone, an 1829 Circle member, shares his "why" for including Perkins in his estate plans. The post Donor profile: Father Joe Mazzone appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Flagship AI-ready dataset released in type 2 diabetes study
Researchers today are releasing the flagship dataset from an ambitious study of biomarkers and environmental factors that might influence the development of type 2 diabetes, which is associated with a range of eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy.. Read post ...
Custom solutions for student success
With every design, the Assistive Device Center at Perkins supports our students' abilities to learn and play. The post Custom solutions for student success appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
A groundbreaking new tool to confront CVI
The Perkins CVI Protocol is a pivotal tool in our mission to confront the leading cause of childhood blindness. The post A groundbreaking new tool to confront CVI appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Connect the Dots Event Inspires Inclusivity and Accessibility
On Saturday, November 2nd the Louisville Free Public Library hosted STEAM Day, an event filled with family fun...
Solid Light Sets the Stage for Inclusivity
A lot goes into designing a brand-new museum. From exhibit planning, to selecting flooring, and beyond, our partners...
5 DisabilityTech companies prioritizing accessibility and safety amid climate change
Climate change is a disability issue - and these five DisabilityTech companies are focused on making accessible...
Producing Accessible Positions: Quality Checks on Large Type Books
APH’s production department has raised the bar for barrier breaking in workplace accessibility. An openness to...
Wellness Wednesday: From Isolation to Integration – Your Journey, Your Voice
In Episode 44 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, bridge the gap between...
On the Road with Barry – West Virginia
Day one I flew into Pittsburg, an airport I really enjoy. It’s a small airport representing a big city. Major flights...
Science News
Oxidative Stress and Inflammation-Related mRNAs Are Elevated in Serum of a Finnish Wet AMD Cohort
Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2024 Nov 4;65(13):30. doi: 10.1167/iovs.65.13.30.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: Localized diseases can be affected by and affect the systemic environment via blood circulation. In this study, we explored the differences in circulating serum mRNAs between...
Traditional Chinese medicine FYTF-919 (Zhongfeng Xingnao oral prescription) for the treatment of acute intracerebral haemorrhage: a multicentre, randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind, clinical trial
Lancet. 2024 Nov 12:S0140-6736(24)02261-X. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(24)02261-X. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: There are few proven treatments for acute spontaneous intracerebral haemorrhage, and they all target reducing expansion of the haematoma. The...
Arizona Visionaries – October, 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLGMygK2Pd8 The Arizona Visionaries provided a platform for professionals serving the blind and low-vision community in Phoenix and surrounding areas to showcase services and other resources. The goal of Arizona Visionaries is to ensure...
The relationship of exudative age-related macular degeneration with lacrimal fluid chemokines in elderly patients.
Adv Gerontol. 2024;37(4):430-435.ABSTRACTAge-related macular degeneration (AMD), along with other age-associated...
Validation of Inter-Reader Agreement/Consistency for Quantification of Ellipsoid Zone Integrity and Sub-RPE Compartmental Features Across Retinal Diseases
Diagnostics (Basel). 2024 Oct 27;14(21):2395. doi: 10.3390/diagnostics14212395.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: An unmet need...
Serum Iron Status and Retinal Degenerative Diseases: A Mendelian Randomization Study on AMD, RP, and DR
Nutrients. 2024 Oct 31;16(21):3747. doi: 10.3390/nu16213747.ABSTRACTBackground: Observational studies have noted that...
Lack of retinal degeneration in a Dram2 knockout mouse model
Vision Res. 2024 Nov 8;226:108509. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2024.108509. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTDamage-regulated...
Technology News
Wellness Wednesday: Affirmations – Positive Fuel for the Tank
In Episode 44 of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, dive into the world of affirmations and how they can reshape negative mindsets. They explore the importance of authenticity, setting realistic goals, and pairing affirmations with...
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Building Career Paths: Insights for Young Adults from SSB’s Student Career Networking Event
State Services for the Blind of Minnesota (SSB) hosted a Student career networking event for blind and low-vision high...
Curated News, Lasting Impact
Lifestyle News
Heart to See: a story of losing sight and gaining connection
My name is Saving, and I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with filmmaker Don-Dimitri Joseph on a short film called Heart to See, which tells the story of a visually impaired young man who wants to meet his estranged father before he loses his vision...
The Cognitive Science Behind Braille on the Monarch
The Monarch’s multiline braille display can be used to read textbooks, essays, novels, and more, but what’s actually happening inside a person’s brain when they’re reading braille on the Monarch? Researchers at Johns Hopkins University are attempting to discover the...
Discovery Day = Best Day Ever! 🔎 🐾 💜
Thank you for making Discovery Day unforgettable! 🐾 From Puppy Academy to guide and service dog demos, we loved sharing our mission with you. Your support makes it all possible, and we hope you left inspired by the life-changing work our dogs do and the bright futures...
A Day at the Museum 🦣
It was a big day for the Bishop Museum’s most adorable visitors! From dino bones to space displays, these eager furry...
Meet Maple
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Meet Maple This little pup is sweeter...
Meet Maple
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Meet Maple This little pup is sweeter...
Thanksgiving Travel Trends activity: Math and Desmos line graph
Create a line chart and use the chart to determine the travel trends over a unique 5 year span. The post Thanksgiving...
Guide Dog News
Meet Maple
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Meet Maple This little pup is sweeter than pumpkin pie! With all the fixings prepped for a delicious Friendsgiving meal, Maple wants you to take a seat at her table. When you join PupPal for...
Veteran’s Day
This Veteran’s Day —and every day— Dogs Inc honors, celebrates, and thanks our nations heroes who have sacrificed so much for our collective freedom. Dogs Inc also celebrates and thanks @PetSupermarketStores and its customers for their generous support for our...
Sleepy heads and warm hearts 💕
Cuddle puddle, anyone? 💜 #SundaySnuggles
Train of Thought | Dogs of Destiny
After 32 years in the Marines, John Tempone carried the crushing weight of trauma—especially survivor’s guilt from...
Sweet as a strawberry! 🍓
Watch me bounce and play in my favorite yard. Playtime is essential for us puppies as it fosters social skills,...
Water you waiting for? These pups are ready to make a splash! 🌊🐾
Early water exposure helps build our puppies' confidence and prepares them for all kinds of adventures later in...
On the Road with Barry – West Virginia
Day one I flew into Pittsburg, an airport I really enjoy. It’s a small airport representing a big city. Major flights...
Sports News
UEFA SES Meeting Advances Sustainability Efforts, Featuring IBSA’s Insights on Blind Football
The UEFA Social and Environmental Sustainability (SES) Community Meeting at the “Air Albania” stadium in Tirana, focusing on the efficient implementation of sustainability and social responsibility strategies. Sessions centered on developing actionable plans to bring...
2024 USA Blind Soccer International Cup
Join us in Chula Vista, CA, to experience the energy and excitement as the U.S.A. Blind Soccer Men’s National team welcomes the National Teams from England and Japan to compete the USA Blind Soccer International Cup. Show your support for Team USA in person or...
Vermont Adaptive Honored with Bill McCollom Community Award by Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum
10/30/2024 – Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports was awarded the prestigious 2024 Bill McCollom Community Award by the Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum, recognizing its transformative contributions to Vermont’s skiing and riding community. The award celebrates Vermont...
President’s blog: The world of blind sport is huge……
The title of this blog explains how I am currently feeling after Paris and a recent visit to Morocco, Kazakhstan and...
Paris 2024 Results
The Results Books of the 3 IBSA Sports in Paris 2024 Paralympic Games are available. Read all the details of the...
Call for Head of Classification
Dear IBSA Classifiers: Thank you all for the very valuable work that you do for IBSA. I am pleased to have recently...
Securing a Future of Inclusivity: Why Harry Grey and Cam McCormick Support Vermont Adaptive Forever
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Producing Accessible Positions: Quality Checks on Large Type Books
APH’s production department has raised the bar for barrier breaking in workplace accessibility. An openness to re-inventing job stations and routines has allowed for not only a streamline in production but has shown a willingness to listen and learn from employees. ...
Understand Chemistry Concepts with the Tactile Ionic Bonding Kit
Chemistry is a complex subject. Students study a variety of concepts, such as atomic structures, electron configurations, the periodic table, and more. Often, this information is translated into tactile diagrams for students who are blind or low vision that may be...
Blind Musicians Collection Listening Station
Do you know a blind or low-vision artist who has recorded music? We would love to preserve their legacy, alongside other greats like Stevie Wonder, Andrea Bocelli, W. C. Handy, and many others featured in our Blind Musicians Collection at the APH Library. The APH...
Redefining Mobility: William Wiener Unveils the Innovations in the Fourth Edition of Foundations of Orientation and Mobility
The field of Orientation and Mobility (O&M) is one that continuously evolves, driven by advancements in technology...
Woven Together
Construction on the new building for the Dot Experience progresses every day, but the education team isn’t waiting on...
Achieving Academic Success with the Monarch
With the proper tools and support, students who are blind or have low vision can achieve academic success with the...
The Dot Experience Cast: Sugandha Gupta
Artist, designer, educator, and disability advocate Sugandha Gupta is incredibly passionate about what she does. Join...
Education News
A groundbreaking new tool to confront CVI
The Perkins CVI Protocol is a pivotal tool in our mission to confront the leading cause of childhood blindness. The post A groundbreaking new tool to confront CVI appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
5 DisabilityTech companies prioritizing accessibility and safety amid climate change
Climate change is a disability issue - and these five DisabilityTech companies are focused on making accessible solutions a priority The post 5 DisabilityTech companies prioritizing accessibility and safety amid climate change appeared first on Perkins School for the...
How Sophia went from unengaged to an active learner
Travel with us to Macapa, Brazil, a small city that sits along the Amazon River, where it meets the ocean. It can take up to six hours to fly into Macapa from the major cities in Brazil, like Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo. The post How Sophia went from
Atiqa’s journey: from shyness to learning with Perkins
Explore Atiqa's empowering educational journey. Find out how she became a fast learner through the guidance of...
Live audio described performances for the 2024-25 season: October 2024-August 2025
Check out these audio described live theatrical performances in and around Boston, from October 2024 through August...
How writer Mia Carella teaches inclusion and raises a CVI advocate
Writer Mia Carella prioritizes inclusion and self-advocacy when it comes to raising her daughter, Evalyn, who has CVI....
Accessing school helps Dena discover her passion for cooking
Learn about Dena, a girl with disabilities, and how we helped her access an education in her remote village in...