Prof. Kenneth E. Barner
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Delaware
Newark, DE 19716
(302) 831-6937 [log in to unmask]
http://www.ee.udel.edu/~barner/

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Graduate Research Assistance Positions in Information Access

The University of Delaware is pleased to announce the opening of several
graduate research assistant positions. These positions are funded by a
grant from the National Science Foundation, and designed to support
graduate studies and research focused on developing improved information
access means for individuals with disabilities. This work is to have a
strong emphasis on  improved access to science, engineering, and
mathematical information. Projects topics to be investigated in this
effort include:

        - Tactile imaging methods
        - Haptic scientific visualization
        - Scientific instrumentation access
        - Continuous view lip reading devices
        - Sign language video communications

Prospective students should have a strong technical background. Student
with Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science
degrees are encouraged to apply. Students with disabilities are strongly
encouraged to apply.

In addition to conducting research and development, participants will
contribute to a well rounded program, including community outreach and
educational programs, designed to address the needs of individuals with
disabilities planning or pursuing technical academic programs and
careers.

For further information, contact:

        Professor Kenneth Barner
        Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
        University of Delaware
        Newark, DE 19711

        Phone: (302) 831-6937
        Email: [log in to unmask]


        Professor Richard Foulds
        Applied Science and Engineering Laboratories
        University of Delaware /
        duPont Hospital for Children
        Newark, DE 19711

        Phone: (302) 651-6830
        Email: [log in to unmask]