Resources in Austria
Organizations
- Fortec Rehabilitation Technology Group
The Rehabilitation Technology Group (Fortec) of the Vienna University of Technology concentrates on research & development in the areas of (Ambient) Assisted Living; curative, assistive and palliative medicine; user-centred design of user interfaces in bioelectronics (biological and electronic systems); and related ethical concerns. Some examples of Fortec projects are: SILC and ENABLE - assisted living by intelligent wrist alarm system; e-Home - supporting independence of old people in their homes; POVES - opto-electronic vision enhancement device; FRR - an intelligent adaptable restroom; AUTONOM - a communication system for diagnostics of young disabled; ISUI and EMU - versatile user interfaces; ICTA - market barriers for ICT-products; and MofA - mobility in the public transport area.

