Preconference T. Wesley, K. Gladstone, J. Engelen, F. Evenepoel 17 The World Wide Web - A real Revolution in Accessibility Abstract W.P. Georgsdorf 23 Mudra - Computer assisted Sign Language Learning G. Weber, H. Petrie, R. Mager 31 Access to MS Windows for Blind Users G. Adamson 35 How to deliver Assistive Technology via a Multimedia Approach: Using Telecommunications Video, CD-ROM, Disk,etc. G. Pirelli 39 Research in Information Technology for People with Special Needs F.P. Seiler, N. Vigouroux, M. Busboom, A. Arato, T. Vaspöri, M. Kravcik 43 Electronic Information Management by Blind Persons Abstract P. Diefenbach, K. Paschen 51 Virrel O. Franek 61 What we have Learned about Ourselves via a Computer P. van Schaik, H. Petrie, J. Japp, J. Edwards 65 The Design and Evaluation of Self-Service Terminals and Smart Cards for Disabled and Elderly Users Abstract H. Petrie, P.L. Emiliani, J. Ekberg, G. Kouroupetroglou, C. Stephanidis 69 The Access Project: Development Platform for Unified Access to Enabling environments Conference Alternative Input I J. Gips, Ph. DiMattia, F.X. Curran, P. Olivieri 77 Using Eagle Eyes - An Electrodes based Device for controlling the Computer with your Eyes - to help People with Special Needs D.G. Evans, S. Pettitt, P. Blenkhorn 85 A Head Operated Joystick M. Hashimoto, Y. Yonezawa, K. Itoh 93 New Mouse-Function using Teeth-Chattering and Potential around Eyes for the Physically Challenged The Technological Challenge G. Busby 99 Technology for the Disabled and Why it Matters to You M. Fujii, T. Komeda, T. Uchida, M. Miyagi, H. Koyama, H. Funakubo 107 Development of the Moblie Robot System to Aid the Daily Life of Bedridden Persons Hearing Impairment/Deafness I H.-H. Bothe, J. Eger 113 Evaluation of the Naturalness of a Facial Animation System with Hearing-impaired Persons M. Debevc, R. Svecko, M. Cepec, F. Dotter 119 Analysis and Design of Computer Supported Communication for Hearing Impaired Persons F. Ferrari 127 Image Based Interactive Device for Effective coMmunication Visual Impairment/Computer Access Technology J. A. Gardner, H.B. Rangin, R. Lundquist, B. Barry, M. Preddy, St. Sahyun 135 New Methods of Reading, Writing and Manipulation Information by People with Print Impairments B. Bornemann-Jeske 139 Usability Tests on Computer Access Devices for the Blind and Visually Impaired M. Midon , M. Adjouadi, N. Fernandez, S. Duranza, G. Roig 149 Computer Applications and Informations for the Visually Impaired Alternative Input II N. Homann, J. Kalcher, Ch. Neuper, W. Röthl, S. Spanudakis, M. Pregenzer, 155 K. Lugger, G. Pfurtscheller Graz Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) - A Pilot Study on Patients with Motor Deficits J. Kalcher , Ch. Neuper, G. Raich, G. Pfurtscheller 161 Graz Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) - Hardware and Software Components Ph. Boissière, D. Dours 165 VITIPI: Versatile Interpretation of Text Input by Persons with Impairments Telecommunication in Education and at Work I L. Moravcikova, N. Hine, I. Gordon, A. Bebjak, M. Krabcik. P. Panek, F.P. 173 Sailer, A. Arato, T. Vaspöri, M. Zirko, M. Bozik, Z. Meszaros Learning and Educational Access Using Remote Networks - Enabling the Disabled M. Debenham 183 DOORway (Disabilities, Opportunities and OutReach): Interactive Computer Conferencing System which provides Peer Group Support Distance Learning A. Deipser , R. Stegmann 189 Teleworkplace for the Handicapped Hearing Impairment/Deafness II J. Bruch 197 A Multimedia-Based Computer Aided Lip Reading and Auditory Training System for Hearing Impaired F. Dotter 205 Computer for the Deaf (and Hearing-Impaired): Towards an Integrated Solution from a Linguistic Standpoint W. Ikehara, E. Kamikubo, K. Murayama, S. Hiki, Y. Fukuda 211 Retrieval of Hand Shapes in an Electronic Sign Language Dictionary by Using an Aanatomical Symbol Fukuda Visual Impairment/Access to Documents I D. Forer 219 Using SGML to Create Accessible Information Th. Kahlisch 229 Improving Access to Hypertext based Study Material for the Blind A. Arato, M. Barkaszi, L. Buday, T. Vaspöri 237 Hybrid Book for the Blind - A New Form of Talking Books Motion Analysis P.G. Smirni, P. Brereton 249 A Knowledge-Based Approach to the Clinical Assessment of Gait A. Doppelbauer, Ch. Müller, W. Lutz, G. Steinwender, E. Auff 259 A Line Camera System for Movement Analysis:Scientific Use in Neurorehabilitation Telecommunication in Education and at Work II I. Knowles, Ch. Neville 263 The Re-Integration of Homebound People into Work M. Pieper, D. Hermsdorf, St. Mermet, H. Gappa 267 Teleworking for Disabled People - GMD's TEDIS Project Language and Speech Impairment I A. Spaepen, K. Edwards, M. Verheust, I. Mele, F. Wauters, W. Schampheleer, 277 P. Ketelaer, R. Jacobs, E. Hendrickx, D. van Steenberghe Access Design for All: A Study on Learning Curves during Training on Devices for Textual Input to Telekommunications Equipment for the Motor Impaired Visual Impairment/Access to Documents II K. Seidenschwann, M. Kaiser, T. Kieninger, W. Weiss 283 Hyper-Braille - An Interdisciplinary Approach for an Intelligent Information System for Blind People M. P. Zajicek, P. Greenhead 291 Widening Access to Computers for Disabled People by Combining Different Input Modes B. Stöger, F. Burger 303 Access to the WWW for Visually Impaired People using Browsing Tools based on GUI: State of the Art and Prospects Computer and Medicine I W. Mayr, M. Bijak, W. Girsch, H. Lanmüller, D. Rafolt, 311 S. Sauermann, G. Schnetz, E. Unger Functional Electrosimulation via Implants - Applications, Limitations, Perspectives H. Kern 319 Functional Electrical Stimulation in Paraplegic Spastic Patients W. Gstöttner, J. Hamazavi, W. Baumgartner 321 Cochlear Implants - Neuroprotheses in Rehabilitation of Deafness Information, Education, Profession I H. Neveryd; H. Eftring, P. Anderberg. B. Jönsson 325 Creating a University for Everyone J. Levine 329 Model Training Program in Assistive Technology J. Hewitt, M. Bearne 339 Access to Higher Education and Disability Awareness- A Network Information Service Language and Speech Impairment II H. Gadler 347 Auswege - A Computerized Language Therapy Program L. Azevedo, M. da Ponte, O. Didier, Ch. Brunin 357 The Computer as a Tool for Promoting Literacy in severely Speech and Phisically Impaired Children E. Adler, K. Holy 361 Computer Animation for Functional Training including Reading and Spelling Visual Impairment/Access to Documents III A. Darvishi 369 World Wide Web Access for Blind People: Problems, Available Solutions and an Approach for Using Environmental Sounds H. Petrie, J. Obee, P. Blenkhorn, G. Evans 375 User-based Evaluation of a System for Access to Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) Tools for Blind Software Engineers K. Miesenberger , F. Burger 381 Secure Distribution System for Publications in Electronic Form Oculmotor Research/Meets Rehabilitation Ch. Müller, D. Starkel, E. Auff 389 Oculomotor Research and Neurorehabilitation - The Missing Link Th. Haslwandter Eye Movement Analysis in Search Coil and Video Systems 393 E. Unger, M. Bijak, W. Mayr, Ch. Schmutterer, G. Schnetz 401 EOG-Controller for Rehabilitation Technology Information, Education, Profession II J. Hawks 409 Workable Centre Network-Europe S.A. Willson 417 CANDO - The Careers & Employment Web Site for Disabled University Students in the UK B. Mamojka 425 Eastern European Network on Access Technology Language and Speech Impairment III J. Stark 431 On the Role of Basic Research in the Development of Computerized Language Tests and Language Therapy Programmes for Brain Damaged Clients Communication and Environmental Control I M. Hickey 445 Evaluation of an Augmentative Communication System which Compensates at the Word Level Visual Impairment/Access to Documents IV W. Schweikhardt 451 Interactive Exploring of Printed Documents by Blind People G. Weber, R. Mager 459 Non-Visual User Interfaces for X Windows A.I. Karshmer 469 Navigating the Graphical User Interface: A Case for Interdisciplinary Research to Support People with Special Needs Computer and Medicine II F. Tretter 475 Perspectives of Computer-Aided Therapy and Rehabilitation in Psychiatry J. Kollmitzer 487 Parameters for 3D Gait Analyses R. Mechtler, A. De Leiva A., R. Engelbrecht, C. Hildebrand 491 DIABCARD - Improved Communication in Diabetes Care Based on Chipcard Technology Information, Education, Profession III P.L. Emiliani, M. Capurro 497 Information Systems Favouring Mobility P.M. Kachelhoffer 505 Computers Helping People with Special Educational Needs in a Developing Country Communication and Environmental Control II V. Lauruska 515 Computerized Control and Communication System for Handicapped D. Freitas, M. Matos, M. Matos 521 Computers, Impairments and Communications - A Perspective of Neuromuscular Patients P. Panek, Ch. Flachberger, W. L. Zagler 529 The Integation of Technical Assistance into the Rehabilitation Process - A Field Study Visual Impairment/Access to Documents V G.E. Evreinov, A.V. Agranovski, A.S. Yashkin 539 Grafic AudioDisplay for the Blind G.A. Lokowandt 543 Using Color to improve Document Recognition M. Kurze, E. Holmes 551 3D Concepts by the Sighted, the Blind and from the Computer Computer and Medicine III O.J. Koukoushkina 557 Computer Support for Developmental Education of Children with Special Needs: Nontraditional Approach A. Kachelhoffer 559 The Use of Computer assisted Education for Children with Down Syndrome F. Ravaut, G. Stamon 569 Image Processing Applied to Epileptic Seizure Analysis Mobility Impairment T. Schwarz 577 Assitive Technology for Handicapped Persons with Restricted Mobility M. Miric, J. Trputec 585 Automated Information Systems in Improving Mobility of the Disabled St. Petri, H. Langendörfer 591 CURE - Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Visual Impairment/Access to Mathematics Ph.A. Harling. R. Stevens, A. Edwards 599 Manipulating Auditorially Displayed Algebra using Gestures F. Burger, M. Batusic, K. Miesenberger, B. Stöger 609 Access to Mathematics for the Blind - Defining HrTEX Standard G. Weber, R. Stevens 617 Integration of Speach and Braille in the MATHS Workstation R. D. Stevens, P.C. Wright, A.D.N. Edwards, S.A. Brewster An Audio Glance at Syntactic Structure based on Spoken Form 627 Visual Impairment - Orientation and Mobility T. Aoki, Y. Yonezawa, K. Itoh, M. Hashimoto 637 Intelligent Guide System by Parametric Sound Beam for The Visually Impaired D.G. Evans , S. Pettitt, P. Blenkhorn 645 Benevolent Sirens: Personal Sound Marking Systems for Orientation H. Petrie, V. Johnson 653 Evaluation Methodologies for Navigational Aids for Blind People P. Mayer, G. Edelmayer 661 Electronic Vision Enhancement System Mental Impairment J. Brodin 671 The Need for Communication Assessment before Implementing New Technology for Persons with Mental Retardation M. Tauber 677 Empowering Children with Cognitive Impairments through Cooperation Technology V.R. Kiswarday 689 `A-B-C and 1-2-3 on Computers' - Computer as a Didactic Tool in Education of Children with a Servere Mental Retardation' L. Mahon 697 Hospitalised + Homebound Children and Multimedia Technology: Seeing into the Future Man-Machine-Interaction Ch. Flachberger 707 Human-Operator Modelling - A Contribution to analyse Man-Machine Interaction for Multiple Impaired Persons G. Kouroupetroglou, C. Viglas, A. Anagnostopoulos, 715 C. Stamatis, F. Penatris A Novel Software Architecture for Computer - based Interpersonal Communication Aids M. M. Schepis 721 Evaluation of the Acquisation and Use of Voice Output Communication Aids by Children and Adults with Severe Disabilities Visual Impairment - Braille and Music G. Firsching, R. Lindner, A. Michienzi, E. Schmid 723 Systems for Input, Processing and Output of Music and Music Notation for Visually Impaired People Visual Impairment - I/O Devices B. Oriola, N. Vigouroux, C. Decoret 731 Voice Recognition and Keyboard as Interaction Inputs for Blind People: Analysis of Users'Behaviour Visual Impairment - Tactile Displays B. Schulz, R.H. Wolf 741 Design and possible Applications of a Dynamic Graphic Tactile Display M. Shinohara, Y. Shimizu, H. Nagaoka 749 Experimental Study of a 3-D Tactile Display: A Step towards the Improvement Y. Shimizu, M. Shinohara, H. Nagaoka 755 A Tactile Display for Mouse Operation by Blind Computer User Poster-Sessions L.B. Christensen 761 Multilingual Two-Way Braille Translation E. Falk 763 Display of Music Notion for Partially Sighted Persons J.A. Gardner 135 Demonstration of new Methods of Reading , Writing and Manipulation Information by People with Print Impairments K. Gerull 765 The Project "SATIS" L. Goffinet 767 An Author System for Developing simple Applications for the Disabled R. Linder-Mieves, J. Robra 769 Electronic an Computer Aids for the Promotion of Severly handicapped Prescolar Children J. Lötzsch, G. Röding 771 Audio-tactile Graphics and Textbooks for the Blind S. Okada, T. Yatougo, T. Watanabe 773 Development of the Large and Small Keyboards for People with Physical Disabilities M. Picher, E. Trebo, G. Kemmler, B. Holzner, V. Günther 775 Computer-Assisted Cognitive Training for Psychiatric Outpatients W. Radner, A. Huber, U. Stolba, M. Stur, M. Velikay, A. Thaler 777 Visual Needs and Preferred Low Vision Aids in Senile Macular Degeneration E. Riederer 781 Computer Systems for Supporting Demented Persons Y. Saito, H. Tomita 783 Study of an Interaction Related Safety and Risk Connected with the Assisting Robot Y. Shimomura, N. Takami, S. Mizumo 785 The Feature Parameters for Braille Imaging A. Spaepen, K. Edwards, M. Verheust, F. Wauters, P. Ketelaer 787 Multimedia Communication: An Openor Closed Door to People who are Motor Impaired: Pilot Studies E. Suzuki, H. Tomita, T. Kondo 789 Measuring USN during stepping T. Watanabe, S. Okada 791 How to Minimize the Selecting Time from Auditory Menus