The Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology (RST) is recruiting research participants for the following research studies. Please review the studies below for details. If you are interested in learning more, reach out by phone or e-mail to the contact provided for that particular study.
Study Name: Smart Home Service Delivery
Short Description: We are evaluating the impact of a smart home technology service designed to help individuals with disabilities choose and be trained on smart home devices and applications that can assist with the tasks and activities of daily living.
Flyer or Link: Click for Smart Home Service Flyer
Contact Name: Jessica Boateng
Contact Info: jsb145@pitt.edu
Video Overview: Click for Smart Home Service Delivery Video
Study Name: Technology and Disability Research Registry
Short Description: The purpose of the Technology and Disability Research (TDR) Registry is to support technology use among persons with disabilities by sharing technology-related research participation opportunities and educational information with persons with disabilities, caregivers, and professionals who provide health or social services to persons with disabilities.
Flyer or Link: Click for TDR Registry Flyer
Study Name: ASSIST Pilot Study
Short Description: The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the ASSIST service delivery model’s ability to support assessment of persons with physical disabilities' independent living skills and introduction of mainstream smart home technology for use as assistive technology to support participation.
Flyer or Link: Click for ASSIST Flyer & Click for ASSIST Video
Contact Name: Lindsey Morris
Contact Info: LLM65@pitt.edu, 412-383-6690
Also, be sure to check back for additional opportunities!