November 30, 2009
Research findings presented recently at an ergonomics conference suggest living with a robot is a more attractive option than a care facility for individuals disabled by age, illness or injury, particularly to older adults.
November 24, 2009
Two European projects are built around the idea that road design is about more than costs and materials. They look to the future, and consider the human factor a key part of the deliberations. The goal of "Forever Open Roads" could be macroergonomics in action.
November 23, 2009
Research shows that cellphone use behind the wheel is risky behavior, yet many states resist a ban. Proactive technology that "muzzles" phone calls and text messages are being employed by at least one insurance company to help help make roads safer -- by design, rather than relying on behavior alone.
November 18, 2009
The 15th Annual National Ergonomics Conference and Exposition (ErgoExpo) is underway at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. The conference features over 75 unique educational opportunities to choose from, and a wide variety of products to evaluate.
November 18, 2009
Workers' compensation shifts costs to private health insurers and injured workers, according to a state of Washington study.
November 16, 2009
A researcher at Temple University tells us to hold the applause for deft text-messaging young adults. She suggests their clever fingers could put them at risk of overuse injuries.
November 11, 2009
LEED certification answers the new focus on sustainability in the construction and property sectors. It has made space for ergonomics in the certificate requirements.
November 9, 2009
A recent international study shows that humans and the way they interact with their computers and online accounts represent the weakest link in security systems.
November 4, 2009
How strong is the association between carpal tunnel syndrome and specific occupations? A French study lends support to a workplace public policy.