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SUMMARY:41st Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference
DESCRIPTION:Conference\n\nOver 40 years\, the Center on Disabilities\, through the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference\, has provided an inclusive setting for researchers\, practitioners\, exhibitors\, end users\, speakers and other participants to share knowledge and best practices in the field of assistive technology. In 2025\, the conference drew more than 5\,000 people to Anaheim\, CA. Known as a forum that showcases cutting edge technology and practical solutions that can be utilized to remove the barriers that prevent the full participation of persons with disabilities in educational\, workplace and social settings\, the conference is the largest of its kind in the world. \nJoin us at the 41st Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference\nMark Your Calendars! The next CSUN AT Conference will be March 9 to 13\, 2026 at the Anaheim Marriott. \nPartners\nInternational Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs (ICCHP)\nThe 2025 International Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs (ICCHP)will take place in Brno\, Czech Republic\, at Masaryk University from July 13 to 17\, 2026. \nConference of the Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe (AAATE)\nThe 18th International Conference of the Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe (AAATE) will take place in Nicosia (Cyprus)\, at European University Cyprus from September 10 to 12\, 2025.
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SUMMARY:Accelerate Your Startup's VC Fundraising with AI
DESCRIPTION:Tue\, Mar 10 \nAccelerate Your Startup’s VC Fundraising with AI\n\n\nVirtual \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\nDate \nTuesday\, Mar 10\, 2026 \n\n\nTime \n5:00pm \n\n\nStage \nPropel \n\n\nAudience \nHarvard Students \n\n\nLocation \nOnline \n\n\nYou must log in to register\n\n\n\n\nReady to supercharge your startup’s fundraising game using AI? \nJoin Illai Gescheit\, a 4x founder\, venture partner in VCs\, and founding partner of Gescheit & Partners\, a multi-stage venture advisory firm\, for a lively\, no-fluff session on using AI to get your pitch in front of the right VCs—and make it stand out. We’ll show you how to use AI to target the right investors\, negotiate your term-sheets\, and make your funding story clear and sharp. Whether you’re gearing up for your first round or looking to sharpen your edge\, bring your questions and your boldest ideas. Let’s make fundraising a little less daunting—and a lot more fun. \nABOUT THE SPEAKER \nIllai Gescheit \nMORE ON THIS TOPIC \nIf you can’t make this event or want a refresher on related topics\, browse our on-demand videos and blog posts featuring i-lab experts and advisors at innovationlabs.harvard.edu/on-demand. \nACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT \nThe Harvard Innovation Labs welcomes attendees of all abilities to our events\, both in person and online. \nRequests for American Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance\, if possible. Please note that the University will make every effort to secure services\, but that services are subject to availability. \nIf you would like to request accommodations or have questions about physical access\, please contact i-lab@harvard.edu in advance of the event. \nFUTURE COMMUNICATIONS \nPlease note: By registering\, you agree to receive emails about this event and future communications from the Harvard Innovation Labs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated Events
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/accelerate-your-startups-vc-fundraising-with-ai/
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SUMMARY:USPTO Hour: IT and innovation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, March 11\, from noon to 1 p.m. ET\, for our next USPTO Hour\, hosted by the Office of the Chief Information Officer. \nOur teams are driving IT innovation and leveraging new automation to support our mission. Executives will share key details about major efforts underway to modernize and secure IT systems while leveraging AI for greater efficiency. \nHear from Debbie Stephens\, Acting Chief Information Officer\, and other leaders about how their teams leverage technology to serve and benefit the American people. \nWe want to hear from you\nThere will also be a live Q&A. Send your questions before or during the webinar to USPTOHour@uspto.gov. \nRegister today \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/uspto-hour-it-and-innovation-2/
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SUMMARY:Community of Innovators
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 3:30pm to 5:00pm\nI’m Interested \nRegister \n\nSHARE COMMUNITY OF INNOVATORS\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THIS EVENT \nMurdoch Building\, 3rd FloorView map  \nAdd to calendar  \n\n\n\n\n3420 Forbes Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15213 \n\n\n\n\n\nIn response to a growing need across the University\, Pitt is introducing a new community to support early-stage innovators working in life sciences-related fields that address unmet needs or challenges in human health and disease. We are excited to invite you to be part of Pitt Community of Innovators\, an initiative from the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (OIE) that brings together researchers\, OIE staff and external experts for education and mentorship opportunities. As a member\, you’ll have access to resources that can accelerate your translational research and increase your chances of securing future funding and success. \nAny Pitt faculty or staff is welcome to attend. Please register.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/community-of-innovators-4/
LOCATION:Big Idea Center\, 3601 Forbes Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213\, United States
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SUMMARY:RESNA 2026 at Abilities International - Long Beach
DESCRIPTION:Long Beach\, CA – March 26 and 27 (professional conference)\n\nRESNA Workshops and Sessions *Submission Deadline: August 15\, 2025\nScientific Papers *Submission Deadline: November 17\, 2025\nDevelopers Showcase *Submission Deadline: January 12\, 2026\n\nGreater New York – April 30 and May 1 (professional conference)\n\nRESNA Workshops and Sessions *Submission Deadline: October 3\, 2025\nScientific Papers *Submission Deadline: January 12\, 2026\nStudent Scientific Paper Competition *Submission Deadline: February 2\, 2026\nStudent Design Challenge *Submission Deadline: February 2\, 2026\n\nRESNA is partnering with Abilities International to offer our conference at two locations in 2026! You will have your choice of coasts – West or East! \nAbilities International Conference is a new professional event crafted specifically for clinicians\, OTs\, PTs\, ATPs\, retailers\, dealers\, and manufacturers in the assistive technology and mobility field. The conference will be co-located with the established consumer event Abilities Expo so you can get hands on with the products too. \nThe professional conference will be held on the Thursday and Friday prior to the opening of the public event (March 27 for Long Beach and May 1 for Greater New York). RESNA is joining with NCART\, iNRRTS\, Clinicians Task Force\, ISS and U.S. Rehab to offer IACET CEUs for continuing education. \nCALL FOR SUBMISSIONS OPENS THE WEEK OF JULY 21\nRESNA members and presenters can submit for either Long Beach or Greater New York\, or both. Workshops and sessions are 60 minutes. Scientific Papers will be accepted for either a platform session or a poster session. Please note that the Developers Showcase will only be offered at the Long Beach event; all student competitions will be offered at the Greater New York event. \nDeadlines\n\nLong Beach\, CA Workshop and Sessions:  August 15\, 2025\nGreater New York Worshops and Sessions: October 3\, 2025\n\nDeadlines for Scientific Papers\, Developers Showcase\, and the student competitions will be announced in the coming weeks. \nTopics for Workshops and Sessions\nThe topic list below is offered to spark ideas\, not to limit them. We are also interested in AT that is part of school-based practice\, vocational rehab\, accommodations in higher education\, and other settings. Please note that since our partners will be offering a wide array of seating and mobility sessions\, RESNA will focus on the other areas of assistive technology\, including translating research into practice\, what’s new and on the horizon\, and the power of interdisciplinary cooperation. \n\nAI in Assistive Technology\nSupporting Aging\nCognitive and Sensory Technologies\nTechnology Standards\, including Wheelchairs and Seating\nAugmentative and Alternative Communication\nEmerging Technologies\nDo-It-Yourself or Low Tech Technologies\nSmart Home Technologies\nHome Modifications\nAdaptive Sports\nPlay and Recreation\nJob Accommodations\nComputer access and accommodations\nPosition Papers – Translating Research into Practice\n\nIf you have any questions and would like to discuss your workshop or session ideas\, please email execoffice@resna.org. Please allow up to 2 business days for a response.
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