[NFBSea] [Time sensitive] Seattle-based project request

Fri Aug 14 18:06:31 UTC 2026

Hi all,

                Yesterday I sent this email and was informed that research needs to go through our National center, which I did not realize. Just wanted to give people the notice and update. Thanks.

Warm regards,

Colin Wong MA, NOMC 

Graduate Researcher/Orientation & Mobility Instructor

 <mailto:s.colin.wong at gmail.com> s.colin.wong at gmail.com

480-886-4445 

From: s.colin.wong at gmail.com <s.colin.wong at gmail.com> 
Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2026 5:35 PM
To: 'NFB of Washington State, Greater Seattle Chapter List' <nfbsea at nfbnet.org>
Subject: FW: [Time sensitive] Seattle-based project request

Research project is looking for 8-10 participants. This is a paid opportunity and the researchers are willing to meet with people out in the community or provide a travel stipend for people to come to campus. Unfortunately, the research team is in a bit of a time crunch and is hoping to schedule sessions with participants as soon as possible. 

I have attached a text-only Word document with the participation details and have also included information about the project below that, if you are comfortable doing so, you could share with others. If you have any questions, I am always available and I know that the researchers, Sabrina and Carlos, would be thrilled to tell you more about the project. Their contact information is at the end of the project details.

Project details below:

Opportunity to support research around 3D digital models

We are recruiting participants for a research study on how people who are blind or have low vision explore and understand 3D digital models through touch. The study is testing a tactile interface that presents cross-sections of 3D models on a dynamic tactile display. If you were at the most recent NFBW convention, you probably had a chance to experience this dynamic tactile display first-hand.

During the research session, participants will explore physical objects and digital models using the tactile display and describe what they feel and how they interpret the structure. This research will help in the design of more accessible 3D modeling tools.

Details

Eligibility: We are seeking individuals who:

*                     Are blind or have low vision

*	Are 18 years or older
*	Are comfortable interpreting tactile graphics
*	Are comfortable speaking their thoughts aloud during tasks
*	Live in or able to travel to the Greater Seattle Metro area

No prior experience with 3D modeling or computer-aided design is required.

Participants will complete a short screening questionnaire before scheduling.

Location: 

Sessions will be held in person at the University of Washington campus in Seattle or at a mutually convenient community-based location within the Seattle area.

Session Duration:

60–90 minutes

Compensation:

*       Participants will receive $40 per hour for their time. 

*       Compensation will be provided as an Amazon or Visa gift card.

*       Travel reimbursement of up to $30 may be available.

Interested in Participating?

Contact: 

 <mailto:Smb6076 at rit.edu?subject=CAD%20project%20interest> Email Sabrina Boyle

 <mailto:ctejada at cs.washington.edu?subject=CAD%20project%20interest> Email Carlos Tejada  

Call Carlos at 347-749-6367

End of details

Best, 

Kathleen Q. Voss, CPACC (she/her)

Community Engagement & Partnerships Manager | CREATE

Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences

University of Washington

206-543-3170 | kqvoss at cs.washington.edu <mailto:kqvoss at cs.washington.edu> 

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From: Kathleen Quin Voss <kqvoss at cs.washington.edu <mailto:kqvoss at cs.washington.edu> >
Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 3:04 PM
To: Colin Wong <s.colin.wong at gmail.com <mailto:s.colin.wong at gmail.com> >
Subject: Re: Seattle-based project request

Hi Colin,

Thank you! I believe they are hoping for 10 total participants.

Best,

Kathleen Q. Voss

Community Engagement and Partnerships Manager | CREATE

Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences

University of Washington 

(206) 543-3170 | kqvoss at cs.washington.edu <mailto:kqvoss at cs.washington.edu> 

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From: Colin Wong <s.colin.wong at gmail.com <mailto:s.colin.wong at gmail.com> >
Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 2:53 PM
To: Kathleen Quin Voss <kqvoss at cs.washington.edu <mailto:kqvoss at cs.washington.edu> >
Subject: Re: Seattle-based project request

Hi Kathleen,

I will share this with our members. How many participants are you guys hoping to get? Thanks.

Warm regards,

Colin Wong, M.A., NOMC

Phone : (480)886-4445

Email: s.colin.wong at gmail.com <mailto:s.colin.wong at gmail.com> 

On Mar 20, 2026, at 3:40 PM, Kathleen Quin Voss <kqvoss at cs.washington.edu <mailto:kqvoss at cs.washington.edu> > wrote:

Hi Colin, 

My name is Kathleen Voss and I am the the Community Engagement and Partnerships Manager for the Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences at the University of Washington, known most by our acronym, CREATE. I believe that we met briefly at the 2025 NFBW convention when you stopped by our table in the exhibit hall. Your name came up again in a recent conversation I had with Chris Higley.

I'm reaching out because CREATE has a research team investigating the use of dynamic tactile displays to explore 3D digital models and are looking for folks to help test it out. This is a paid opportunity. The researchers recently demonstrated the project at our exhibit table at the NFBW convention in SeaTac a few weeks ago. People really had fun exploring the models. The project does require in-person participation so we are hoping to reach people in the greater Seattle area. Chris mentioned that you are the chapter president of the Greater Seattle Chapter and might be able to help us get the word out to local members.

I've attached an information sheet about the project to this email. I've included information about the project below that, if you are comfortable doing so, you could share with others. If you have any questions, I am always available and I know that the researcher, Carlos would be thrilled to tell you more about the project. His contact information is at the end of the project details.

Project details below:

Opportunity to support research around 3D digital models

We are recruiting participants for a research study on how people who are blind or have low vision explore and understand 3D digital models through touch. The study is testing a tactile interface that presents cross-sections of 3D models on a dynamic tactile display. If you were at the recent NFBW convention, you probably had a chance to experience this dynamic tactile display first-hand.

During the research session, participants will explore physical objects and digital models using the tactile display and describe what they feel and how they interpret the structure. This research will help in the design of more accessible 3D modeling tools.

Details

Eligibility: We are seeking individuals who:

*	Are blind or have low vision
*	Are 18 years or older
*	Are comfortable interpreting tactile graphics
*	Are comfortable speaking their thoughts aloud during tasks
*	Live in or able to travel to the Greater Seattle Metro area

No prior experience with 3D modeling or computer-aided design is required.

Participants will complete a short screening questionnaire before scheduling.

Location: Sessions will be held in person at the University of Washington campus in Seattle or at a mutually convenient community-based location within the Seattle area.

Session Duration: 60–90 minutes

Compensation:

*       Participants will receive $40 per hour for their time. 

*       Compensation will be provided as an Amazon or Visa gift card.

*       Travel reimbursement of up to $30 may be available.

Interested in Participating?

Contact: 

Carlos Tejada 

 <mailto:ctejada at cs.washington.edu?subject=CAD%20project%20opportunity> ctejada at cs.washington.edu

(347) 749-6367

Best, 

Kathleen Q. Voss, CPACC (she/her)

Community Engagement & Partnerships Manager | CREATE

Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences

University of Washington

206-543-3170 | kqvoss at cs.washington.edu <mailto:kqvoss at cs.washington.edu> 

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