The mission of Human Engineering Research Laboratories is to continuously improve the mobility and function of people with disabilities through advances engineering in clinical research and medical rehabilitation.
Overview and Services Provided:
HERL wants to create a world where all people with disabilities have unencumbered mobility and function so that they can fully participate in and contribute to society.
Programming:
Internship programs- Throughout the year, HERL host a number of students at our facilities to have hands on experiences. For more information, please use this link: https://www.herl.pitt.edu/education
Research Participants: HERL is always looking for research participants for our studies and projects. If interested, please visit: https://www.herl.pitt.edu/participate. Some of the projects include Assistive Robotic Manipulation, Effects of In-Wheel Suspension in reducing vibration, neck and back pain., and Caregiver Assisted Transfer Technique Study.
Geographic areas served: Western PA, Eastern OH, Columbus, OH, Northern WV
Phone number: 412-822-3700
Email: herl@groups.pitt.edu
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