Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Shay Cohen, Co-Founder and CEO of Verbali and innovator behind Ma-Talk

IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
Verbali.io | Website

Discussion Topics (time stamp)

• The Tech Behind Ma-Talk 2:26
• Data Privacy and Child Safety 11:32
• Lessons & Future Directions 19:07

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Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Shay Cohen, Co-Founder and CEO of Verbali and innovator behind Ma-Talk

IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
Verbali.io | Website

Discussion Topics (time stamp)

• The inspiration 1:15
• Their experience with AAC 5:45
• Early Development 10:37

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Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Taylor Allen and Sreejith Ravi, REAR LAB at Georgia Tech

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REAR Lab | Website

Discussion Topics (time stamp)

• What sparked the idea 2:05
• Design challenges 6:06
• Different features 13:09
• Future applications and the market 19:58
• RESNA student design challenge 22:01

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Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Mike Soniat and Wayne Newitts

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DOOR-E | Website, Facebook

Discussion Topics (time stamp)

• Technical hurdles in developing Door-E 1:13
• Engineering and manufacturing challenges 4:18
• Community-building and user feedback 7:34
• Stories of impact and user needs 14:07
• Next steps: beta testing, scaling, and distribution 17:02

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Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Mike Soniat and Wayne Newitts

IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
DOOR-E | Website, Facebook

Discussion Topics

• The origin story of DOOR-E, inspired by helping a friend with mobility needs
• Feedback that shaped product development
• Community validation and emotional impact of connecting with users
• How DOOR-E works: portable, affordable, and zero-installation door automation
• Target users: individuals with mobility challenges, caregivers, and therapists
• Broader applications beyond accessibility, including everyday convenience

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Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Student Design Team - HAT, University of Washington: Yuka Fan, Emily Boeschoten, Adria Gonzalez, Sasha Portnova

IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
HAT Team Information | Video, Website, Publication

Discussion Topics

• RESNA Student Design Challenge Experience
• Bridging the Gap Between Technology and Real-World Use
• Next Steps for the Hand Assessment Tool (HAT)
• Advice for Other Student Innovators
• Vision for Real-World Impact

Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Student Design Team - HAT, University of Washington: Yuka Fan, Emily Boeschoten, Adria Gonzalez, Sasha Portnova

IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
HAT Team Information | Video, Website, Publication

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Discussion Topics

• Intro & Episode Overview
• Team Formation and Backgrounds
• Clinical Motivation Behind HAT
• How HAT Works
• Tech Design Choices (Leap vs Webcam)
• Reliability Testing Insights
• Inclusivity and Accessibility in Design
• OT Perspective on Disability Representation
• Closing & Teaser for Part 2

Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh, Josh Anderson, Program Director, Assistive Technology Specialist for Easter Seals Crossroads, and Host of Assistive Technology Update
Guest(s): Brandon Biggs, CEO of XR Navigation; John McInerney, IMPACT Mentor and Board Member

IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
Easter Seals Crossroads | Website
Assistive Technology Update | Website, Podcast Apple Page
XR Navigation | LinkedIn, Website

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