Journal of Enabling Technologies
Scope & Guideline
Exploring Innovations in Health and Management
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Assistive Technology Development:
Research aimed at designing and developing assistive technologies that improve the functionality and independence of individuals with disabilities. - User-Centered Design:
Focus on participatory approaches that involve users in the design process of technologies, ensuring that the solutions are tailored to their specific needs and contexts. - Impact of Technology on Employment:
Exploration of how technology can facilitate employment opportunities for people with disabilities, including studies on digital work environments and remote work. - Educational Technologies for Disabilities:
Investigation of technology applications in educational settings, particularly for students with disabilities, to enhance learning experiences and accessibility. - Health and Rehabilitation Technologies:
Development and evaluation of technological interventions aimed at improving health outcomes and rehabilitation for individuals with various disabilities.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
There is a significant increase in studies exploring the application of AI and machine learning in assistive technologies, particularly in communication aids and personalized learning. - Telehealth and Remote Support Technologies:
The rise of telehealth solutions, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, showcases a growing trend in utilizing remote technologies for health care and therapy for individuals with disabilities. - Smart Technologies and IoT:
Emerging research on the use of smart technologies and the Internet of Things (IoT) in caregiving and daily living supports indicates a shift towards more integrated and intelligent solutions. - Community and Participatory Approaches:
A trend towards co-production and participatory design processes highlights the importance of involving disabled individuals and communities in the development of enabling technologies. - Focus on Invisible Disabilities:
Increased attention to the needs and challenges faced by individuals with invisible disabilities reflects a broader understanding of disability and the necessity for inclusive technology solutions.
Declining or Waning
- General Disability Studies:
Research that broadly addresses disability issues without a specific technological focus seems to be decreasing. The journal is leaning towards more applied technology-driven studies. - Traditional Assistive Devices:
Papers focusing on conventional assistive devices (e.g., basic mobility aids) are less prominent, as the emphasis shifts towards innovative and high-tech solutions. - Non-Digital Solutions:
There is a noticeable decline in research centered on non-digital or low-tech solutions, as the field increasingly prioritizes digitalization and advanced technologies.
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