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Monitoring COVID-19 from hospital to home: First wearable device continuously tracks symptoms
Our researchers have developed a novel wearable device and data algorithms specifically tailored to catch signs and symptoms associated with COVID-19 and to monitor patients as the illness progresses.
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Wearable Sensor for Encouraging Movement Practice
Developing and piloting a non-obtrusive wearable sensor that accurately measures important movements, including steps, arm/hand activity, and limb movements.
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A Conversation on Supporting Employees Who Acquire Disabilities Webinar
A panelist shares his own experience of working before and after acquiring a disability including his perspectives on how to successfully navigate corporate policies and practices. Panelists share resources and information on how to successfully support return to work on job retention for individuals with disabilities.
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SkyRise Chicago 2024 Recap
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab team members thank all who participated in our 16th Annual SkyRise Chicago on Nov. 3, 2024! Together, we surpassed our fundraising goal to raise more than $1.4 million — an all-time record.
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New Decision Tool Will Help People with Disabilities Work Through the Process of Requesting an Accommodation
Mark Harniss, PhD, set out to create a decision tool that would help people with disabilities think through whether or not to request a reasonable accommodation from an employer.
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New Decision Tool Will Help People with Disabilities Work Through the Process of Requesting an Accommodation
Learn more about the new decision tool that will help people with disabilities work through the process of requesting an accommodation.
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Coma Recovery Scale - Revised
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David G. Kabiller Makes Gift to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
AbilityLab has announced a seven-figure gift from David G. Kabiller, Co-founder of AQR Capital Management, a leading global investment management firm.
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AbilityLab set to test a $6 million tool
AbilityLab spent eight years developing and refining Ability Quotient, a quality assessment tool that measures patients’ progress to guide doctors and insurers.
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Recovering Arm Functionality: Dr. Stoykov on Brain Injury
Dr. Mary Stoykov contributes to chapter 5 of "Healing the Broken Brain", explaining why the arm and hand recover slowest after a paralyzing incident such as a stroke or brain injury.
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New study will evaluate ‘virtual’ approaches to pain management
Managing chronic pain and getting back to normal activities requires changes in lifestyle, thinking and coping skills.
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