[Massachusetts-NFB] FW: [Nfbnet-members-list] FW: Research Participation Request: Spatial and Object Perception Among the Vision Impaired

[sharawinton at gmail.com]

The below research participant solicitation is being provided for informational purposes only. The National Federation of the Blind has no involvement in this research, but we believe that it may contribute to our research mission.

 

Research Study Title: Spatial and Object Perception Among the Vision Impaired

 

Researchers at UNSW are conducting a project about spatial and object perception among the visually impaired. The research study aims to gain insight into vision impaired individuals’ navigation abilities, orientation and mobility methods, and spatial and object perception. The research aims to determine the prevalence of echolocation use, its association with spatial and object perception, and whether training is associated with its usage. This research is important as it may inform orientation and mobility training, and increase echolocation training which is has been associated with increased navigational comfort in the vision impaired.

 

Participation in this research is optional and voluntary. If you choose to participate, you will have the option to enter a draw to win one of five gift cards valued at $100 AUD. Winners will have the choice between an Amazon or Apple gift card.

 

If you are interested, the research project is looking for people who want to take part in this research and who are:

•             Visually impaired (this includes low vision, blindness, or any other impairment that affects field of view or visual acuity) 

•             Over the age of 18

•             Reside in either Australia, New Zealand, United States, United Kingdom, or Canada.

 

 

The study involved completing a survey via Qualtrics. Participants’ are being recruited from Australia, New Zealand, United States, United Kingdom, and Canada to provide a diverse and large sample group.

A full description of the research activities, risks associated with these activities and any discomforts that you may experience during research can be found by selecting the following link https://unsw.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8DtkhnMbG1aGhW6 Once you click on the link you will be asked to read the participant information statement before being asked to provide your consent. Once you have provided your consent you will progress to the survey which will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. 

 

 

Research Team

Contact Name: Dr. Erin Goddard

Position: Scientia Senior Lecturer

Telephone: +61 2 9585 2347

Email: erin.goddard at unsw.edu.au <mailto:erin.goddard at unsw.edu.au> 

 

What if I have a complaint or any concerns about the research study?

If you have a complaint regarding any aspect of the study or the way it is being conducted, please contact the UNSW Human Ethics Coordinator:

Complaints Contact

Position: Human Research Ethics Coordinator

Telephone: + 61 2 9385 6222

Email: humanethics at unsw.edu.au <mailto:humanethics at unsw.edu.au> 

HC Reference Number: 9579

 

 

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