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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Research Participation Request: Survey: Bringing Freedom to Daily Travel<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Research Title: Survey: Bringing Freedom to Daily Travel<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Being conducted by: LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired San Francisco together with Qibus<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Purpose of the Study<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This study seeks to understand the transportation needs and preferences of blind and low-vision individuals regarding the use of remote driving technology. The goal is to gather feedback on the potential adoption and utility of this technology to ensure it is tailored to empower independence, convenience, and accessibility for the community.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Role of the Participants and Anticipated Length of the Study <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Participants will complete a brief online survey consisting of questions about their current transportation habits, challenges, and interest in adopting remote driving technology. The survey will take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Proposed Participant Compensation<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Yes, Participants will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card as a token of appreciation for their time and input.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Link or Instructions for Participants to Enter the Study <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>https://iw0c04zwono.typeform.com/to/LJI4F18h<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Contact the following individual with any questions <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sharon Giovinazzo<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>5105080186<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>SharonG@LightHouse-SF.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>