Autism Eye has become the media partner for a conference that focuses on how technology can benefit people with autism.
Autech 2015 will gather world-leading experts in robotics, biometrics and cloud-based technology, to explore how people with autism can be better understood, supported and encouraged to live the fullest lives possible.
The conference will take place on 1 October at Old Trafford, Manchester. It is intended for social care professionals, educators and autism practitioners, and the families and carers of those with autism who want to ensure they are briefed on the latest technological developments.
Speakers will include:
• Dr Matthew Goodwin from Northeastern University, Boston, on biometric readers and how they are being used to help understand anxiety triggers for people with autism
• Dr Ben Robins from the University of Hertfordshire, with Kaspar, a child-sized humanoid robot designed to help teachers and parents support children with autism
• David Fry, chief executive of Brain in Hand, a cutting-edge assistive technology designed to reduce anxieties for people and help increase their independence
• Yvonne Crowhurst and Yvonne Smith, experts at supporting non-verbal people with autism to find their voices through the use of iPad based communications apps.
Also speaking will be autism champion Dame Stephanie Shirley and sensory expert Olga Bogdashina.
Autech 2015 will feature a market place for delegates. For further information and to book places, please visit www.autech2015.co.uk or call 0151 334 7510.
