Author: Franz Gosch
Publisher: Anchor Academic Publishing (aap_verlag)
ISBN: 3954896117
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
How will the Western World manage to master the implications of the demographic change? The answer to this may be Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) that becomes the topic of this research study. The aim of the research is to present the field of AAL with relation to home care. Furthermore, the work of the European Union (EU) in the field of AAL is presented as the EU is a major key player in enhancing research on AAL solutions that help meeting the demands of the future. Moreover, a categorization scheme of AAL solutions is developed through research evidence. Additionally, characteristics of a successful innovation given by the Diffusion of Innovations theory by E. M. Rogers are used to identify challenges for the diffusion process of AAL. Eventually, knowledge and evidence from the research conducted is used to give recommendations for the future concerning the diffusion and research directions of AAL.
Solutions to master the Demographic Change: Ambient Assisted Living for the Elderly
Author: Franz Gosch
Publisher: Anchor Academic Publishing (aap_verlag)
ISBN: 3954896117
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
How will the Western World manage to master the implications of the demographic change? The answer to this may be Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) that becomes the topic of this research study. The aim of the research is to present the field of AAL with relation to home care. Furthermore, the work of the European Union (EU) in the field of AAL is presented as the EU is a major key player in enhancing research on AAL solutions that help meeting the demands of the future. Moreover, a categorization scheme of AAL solutions is developed through research evidence. Additionally, characteristics of a successful innovation given by the Diffusion of Innovations theory by E. M. Rogers are used to identify challenges for the diffusion process of AAL. Eventually, knowledge and evidence from the research conducted is used to give recommendations for the future concerning the diffusion and research directions of AAL.
Publisher: Anchor Academic Publishing (aap_verlag)
ISBN: 3954896117
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 47
Book Description
How will the Western World manage to master the implications of the demographic change? The answer to this may be Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) that becomes the topic of this research study. The aim of the research is to present the field of AAL with relation to home care. Furthermore, the work of the European Union (EU) in the field of AAL is presented as the EU is a major key player in enhancing research on AAL solutions that help meeting the demands of the future. Moreover, a categorization scheme of AAL solutions is developed through research evidence. Additionally, characteristics of a successful innovation given by the Diffusion of Innovations theory by E. M. Rogers are used to identify challenges for the diffusion process of AAL. Eventually, knowledge and evidence from the research conducted is used to give recommendations for the future concerning the diffusion and research directions of AAL.
Aging Friendly Technology for Health and Independence
Author: Yeunsook Lee
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3642137784
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
We are living in a world full of innovations for the elderly and people with special needs to use smart assistive technologies and smart homes to more easily perform activities of daily living, to continue in social participation, to engage in entertainment and leisure activities, and to enjoy living independently. These innovations are inspired by new technologies leveraging all aspects of ambient and pervasive intel- gence with related theories, technologies, methods, applications, and services on ub- uitous, pervasive, AmI, universal, mobile, embedded, wearable, augmented, invisible, hidden, context-aware, calm, amorphous, sentient, proactive, post–PC, everyday, autonomic computing from the engineering, business and organizational perspectives. In the field of smart homes and health telematics, significant research is underway to enable aging and disabled people to use smart assistive technologies and smart homes to foster independent living and to offer them an enhanced quality of life. A smart home is a vision of the future where computers and computing devices will be available naturally and unobtrusively anywhere, anytime, and by different means in our daily living, working, learning, business, and infotainment environments. Such a vision opens tremendous opportunities for numerous novel services/applications that are more immersive, more intelligent, and more interactive in both real and cyber spaces.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3642137784
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
We are living in a world full of innovations for the elderly and people with special needs to use smart assistive technologies and smart homes to more easily perform activities of daily living, to continue in social participation, to engage in entertainment and leisure activities, and to enjoy living independently. These innovations are inspired by new technologies leveraging all aspects of ambient and pervasive intel- gence with related theories, technologies, methods, applications, and services on ub- uitous, pervasive, AmI, universal, mobile, embedded, wearable, augmented, invisible, hidden, context-aware, calm, amorphous, sentient, proactive, post–PC, everyday, autonomic computing from the engineering, business and organizational perspectives. In the field of smart homes and health telematics, significant research is underway to enable aging and disabled people to use smart assistive technologies and smart homes to foster independent living and to offer them an enhanced quality of life. A smart home is a vision of the future where computers and computing devices will be available naturally and unobtrusively anywhere, anytime, and by different means in our daily living, working, learning, business, and infotainment environments. Such a vision opens tremendous opportunities for numerous novel services/applications that are more immersive, more intelligent, and more interactive in both real and cyber spaces.
Families Caring for an Aging America
Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309448069
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
Family caregiving affects millions of Americans every day, in all walks of life. At least 17.7 million individuals in the United States are caregivers of an older adult with a health or functional limitation. The nation's family caregivers provide the lion's share of long-term care for our older adult population. They are also central to older adults' access to and receipt of health care and community-based social services. Yet the need to recognize and support caregivers is among the least appreciated challenges facing the aging U.S. population. Families Caring for an Aging America examines the prevalence and nature of family caregiving of older adults and the available evidence on the effectiveness of programs, supports, and other interventions designed to support family caregivers. This report also assesses and recommends policies to address the needs of family caregivers and to minimize the barriers that they encounter in trying to meet the needs of older adults.
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309448069
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
Family caregiving affects millions of Americans every day, in all walks of life. At least 17.7 million individuals in the United States are caregivers of an older adult with a health or functional limitation. The nation's family caregivers provide the lion's share of long-term care for our older adult population. They are also central to older adults' access to and receipt of health care and community-based social services. Yet the need to recognize and support caregivers is among the least appreciated challenges facing the aging U.S. population. Families Caring for an Aging America examines the prevalence and nature of family caregiving of older adults and the available evidence on the effectiveness of programs, supports, and other interventions designed to support family caregivers. This report also assesses and recommends policies to address the needs of family caregivers and to minimize the barriers that they encounter in trying to meet the needs of older adults.
Handbook of Research on Quality and Competitiveness in the Healthcare Services Sector
Author: Akkucuk, Ulas
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1668481049
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 573
Book Description
It has become clear that managing and maintaining state-of-the-art healthcare facilities is more important than ever before. Healthcare consists of many different institutions and supports personnel ranging from laboratories of universities, public and private hospitals, research centers of health institutions, public health institutes, institutions, and organizations engaged in research and development in the field of medicine. For all these entities to be successful, there needs to be coordination among the bodies and quality must be kept at a very high level. The Handbook of Research on Quality and Competitiveness in the Healthcare Services Sector considers the current state of the healthcare services sector and examines future directions. Covering topics such as quality excellence models, accreditation, and e-health, this major reference work is an essential resource for economists, healthcare specialists, government officials, consultants, business leaders and executives, healthcare professionals, IT managers, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1668481049
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 573
Book Description
It has become clear that managing and maintaining state-of-the-art healthcare facilities is more important than ever before. Healthcare consists of many different institutions and supports personnel ranging from laboratories of universities, public and private hospitals, research centers of health institutions, public health institutes, institutions, and organizations engaged in research and development in the field of medicine. For all these entities to be successful, there needs to be coordination among the bodies and quality must be kept at a very high level. The Handbook of Research on Quality and Competitiveness in the Healthcare Services Sector considers the current state of the healthcare services sector and examines future directions. Covering topics such as quality excellence models, accreditation, and e-health, this major reference work is an essential resource for economists, healthcare specialists, government officials, consultants, business leaders and executives, healthcare professionals, IT managers, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.
Ambient Assisted Living
Author: Nuno M. Garcia
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1439869855
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 713
Book Description
Addresses an Emerging Shift in Developing CountriesThe authors and contributors of Ambient Assisted Living have recognized that the demographic profile is changing in many developing countries and have factored in an inversion of the demographic pyramid. The technology of ambient assisted living (AAL), supports the elderly and disabled in their dai
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1439869855
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 713
Book Description
Addresses an Emerging Shift in Developing CountriesThe authors and contributors of Ambient Assisted Living have recognized that the demographic profile is changing in many developing countries and have factored in an inversion of the demographic pyramid. The technology of ambient assisted living (AAL), supports the elderly and disabled in their dai
Artificial Intelligence Solutions for Global Health and Disaster Response: Challenges and Opportunities
Author: Tetyana Chumachenko
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2832553931
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 309
Book Description
Artificial intelligence (AI) has shown promise as an effective tool in disaster preparedness and response, providing a unique perspective on some of the most urgent health challenges. Rapid advances in AI technology can potentially revolutionize the way how we respond to emergencies and disasters that affect the world's health, including early warning systems, resource allocation, and real-time decision-making. This Research Topic aims to explore the latest developments in AI and its applications in global health and disaster response, providing a comprehensive overview of the potential and challenges of AI in improving health outcomes in crises. This Research Topic will bring together leading researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in global health and disaster response to share their experiences and insights on how AI can be leveraged to improve response efforts and enhance healthcare delivery.
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2832553931
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 309
Book Description
Artificial intelligence (AI) has shown promise as an effective tool in disaster preparedness and response, providing a unique perspective on some of the most urgent health challenges. Rapid advances in AI technology can potentially revolutionize the way how we respond to emergencies and disasters that affect the world's health, including early warning systems, resource allocation, and real-time decision-making. This Research Topic aims to explore the latest developments in AI and its applications in global health and disaster response, providing a comprehensive overview of the potential and challenges of AI in improving health outcomes in crises. This Research Topic will bring together leading researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in global health and disaster response to share their experiences and insights on how AI can be leveraged to improve response efforts and enhance healthcare delivery.
Software Engineering Education for a Global E-Service Economy
Author: Gianmario Motta
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3319042173
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 167
Book Description
This book presents and discusses the state of the art and future trends in software engineering education. It introduces new and innovative methods, models and frameworks to focus the training towards the needs and requirements of the industry. Topics included in this book are: education models for software engineering, development of the software engineering discipline, innovation and evaluation of software engineering education, curriculum for software engineering education, requirements and cultivation of outstanding software engineers for the future and cooperation models for industries and software engineering education.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3319042173
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 167
Book Description
This book presents and discusses the state of the art and future trends in software engineering education. It introduces new and innovative methods, models and frameworks to focus the training towards the needs and requirements of the industry. Topics included in this book are: education models for software engineering, development of the software engineering discipline, innovation and evaluation of software engineering education, curriculum for software engineering education, requirements and cultivation of outstanding software engineers for the future and cooperation models for industries and software engineering education.
The Health Professions: Trends and Opportunities in U.S. Health Care
Author: Stephanie Chisolm
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
ISBN: 1449663265
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
This text covers various aspects of the health professions ranging from delivering healthcare services to the disparities and inconsistencies in health care, health literacy, and much more. Also presented in this text is an overview of careers in health professions including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and allied health.
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
ISBN: 1449663265
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
This text covers various aspects of the health professions ranging from delivering healthcare services to the disparities and inconsistencies in health care, health literacy, and much more. Also presented in this text is an overview of careers in health professions including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and allied health.
Technological Trends in Improved Mobility of the Visually Impaired
Author: Sara Paiva
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3030164500
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
This book provides an insight into recent technological trends and innovations in mobility solutions and platforms to improve mobility of visually impaired people. The authors' goal is to help to contribute to the social and societal inclusion of the visually impaired. The book’s topics include, but are not limited to, obstacle detection systems, indoor and outdoor navigation, transportation sustainability systems, and hardware/devices to aid visually impaired people. The book has a strong focus on practical applications, tested in a real environment. Applications include city halls, municipalities, and companies that can keep up to date with recent trends in platforms, methodologies and technologies to promote urban mobility. Also discussed are broader realms including education, health, electronics, tourism, and transportation. Contributors include a variety of researchers and practitioners around the world. Features practical, tested applications of technological mobility solutions for visual impaired people; Presents topics such as obstacle detection systems, urban mobility, smart home services, and ambient assisted living; Includes a number of application examples in education, health, electronics, tourism, and transportation.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3030164500
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
This book provides an insight into recent technological trends and innovations in mobility solutions and platforms to improve mobility of visually impaired people. The authors' goal is to help to contribute to the social and societal inclusion of the visually impaired. The book’s topics include, but are not limited to, obstacle detection systems, indoor and outdoor navigation, transportation sustainability systems, and hardware/devices to aid visually impaired people. The book has a strong focus on practical applications, tested in a real environment. Applications include city halls, municipalities, and companies that can keep up to date with recent trends in platforms, methodologies and technologies to promote urban mobility. Also discussed are broader realms including education, health, electronics, tourism, and transportation. Contributors include a variety of researchers and practitioners around the world. Features practical, tested applications of technological mobility solutions for visual impaired people; Presents topics such as obstacle detection systems, urban mobility, smart home services, and ambient assisted living; Includes a number of application examples in education, health, electronics, tourism, and transportation.
Handbook of Research on Personal Autonomy Technologies and Disability Informatics
Author: Pereira, Javier
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1605662070
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 461
Book Description
"This book offers a comprehensive description of the needs that must be considered by IT engineers when designing technical assistance tools that can be used by disabled persons according to their specific motoric, visual, auditive, or psychic needs"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1605662070
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 461
Book Description
"This book offers a comprehensive description of the needs that must be considered by IT engineers when designing technical assistance tools that can be used by disabled persons according to their specific motoric, visual, auditive, or psychic needs"--Provided by publisher.