The International Symposium on Wearable Robotics Conference (WeRob 2019) will be held for the second time in Houston, Texas, USA. Through the sponsorship of TIRR Memorial Hermann, the conference will be held between October 16-18, 2019 in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world. In the 2019 edition, WeRob will not only highlight applications in rehabilitation but will also expand the role of wearable robots in promoting healthy aging and safety in the workplace. There will be interactive workshops with engineers, clinicians and end-users to promote collaboration among different disciplines, and a product theater demonstrating the latest in wearable exoskeletons and robots. The Symposium will showcase the expertise of international speakers from academia, government, industry, and rehabilitation centers, as well as the experience and feedback of end-users of robotic devices.
Topic Highlights:
- Integration of Wearable Robots in Rehabilitation Technology
- Wearable Robots for Health and Wellness in Aging
- Future of Work: Maximizing Performance and Safety through Wearable Robots
Date: October 16-18, 2019
Location: RICE University
BioScience Research Collaborative (BRC)
6100 Main Street
Houston, Texas 77005
Auditorium 103
Symposium Agenda
A full schedule of topics will be coming soon and viewable at http://tirr.memorialhermann.org/werob2019/
Proposed WeRob2019 Topics |
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Plenary Talks |
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| Wearable Robots and Neuroplasticity | Wearable Robots in Space |
| Human-Robot Interface | Selective Support of Gait Subtasks in Robot Aided Gait Training |
| Findings From a Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial of Exosckeletal-Assisted Walking in Persons with Spinal Cord Injury | A Pediatric Robotic Exoskeleton for Gait Training |
| Wearable Exoskeletons in the Workplace | Wearable Robots for Health and Wellness in Aging |
| Exoskeleton for Worker Safety and Performance Augmentation | Updates in Wearable Robotics Clinical Research |
| A Framework for Evaluation of Cognitive Factors for Human-Exoskeleton Performance | Exoskeleton Development for Pediatric Neurorehabilitation |
| Space Applications of Wearable Devices | |
Session Topics |
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| Motivational Aspects of Exoskeleton Use | Updates in Wearable Robotics Clinical Research |
| Biologically-Inspired Soft Exosuit | Pediatric Use of Wearable Exoskeletons |
| Ethics of Using Wearable Robots in Rehabilitation | Human-Machine Interaction |
| End Users and ADA | Bridging Biomechanics, Control Theory, and Human Factors to Advance Wearable Technology |
| Federal Agencies and Oversight | Locomotor Adaption |
| Overcoming Key Barriers to Workplace Integration: The Science, Design and Evaluation of Spring-Powered Exosuits | Building Reliable Advances and Innovation in Neurotechnology (BRAIN) |
| Texas Coalition: Neurophysiological Considerations in Exoskeletal Design | Special Interest Groups |
| Research Paper Presentations | |
Events |
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| Poster Viewing Sessions | Product Theatre |
| Exhibitors | Wine and Cheese Networking Event |
Pricing Information
| Discipline | Early Bird – By September 15, 2019 | Standard – After September 15, 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals/Clinical Centers, Industry, Manufacture, Media, Other for Full Conference | $550 | $700 |
| Academia, Federal Agencies, Foundations, MD, DO, PhD for Full Conference | $450 | $600 |
| Fellow, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy for Full Conference | $350 | $500 |
| End-User for Full Conference Student/Trainee* (must show current enrollment on official school letterhead) for registration MHHS Employee (must register with MHHS email) for registration |
$250 | $400 |
| Any Attendee Conference, One Day Flat Rate | $200 | $350 |
| Any Attendee Exhibits Only, One Day Flat Rate | $150 | $200 |
Accommodations
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Hotel: Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District for 169 USD per night
For more information, visit the WeRob2019 website: http://tirr.memorialhermann.org/werob2019/
