Blind Abilities Podcast

Full Transcript Timothy Spuck from Associated Universities Inc.(AUI),, joins Jeff Thompson in the Blind Abilities studio, and talks about his involvement with the IDATA Project.  The chief component of the project is their new and improved software, AfterGlow Access,  that aids  individuals without sight  by converting astronomical images into soundscapes which can be heard by blind and visually impaired (BVI)folks.. This software is readily accessible on the IDATA web site. Here is the page to the AfterGlow Access Software. `Tin explains that astronomical images are nothing more than data points which have typically been converted into visual displays, but which can easily be presented as audio arrays that can be viewed and interpreted  by anyone, with or without vision. Tim discusses his participation with his team members and other partners  on the project, showing both his passion for astronomy, and his strong belief that diversity can improve not only the quality of the science, but its impact on the wor