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Lighthouse Guild Announces 2023 Awards Recipients
The Bressler Prize in Vision Science, established in 2001, is awarded to a person whose research has resulted in the translation of medical or scientific knowledge into significant advancements in the treatment or rehabilitation of people with vision loss. This year’s winner is Wiley A. Chambers, MD, for supervising new vision therapeutics at the FDA.
The Pisart Award in Technological Innovation was established in 1981 to recognize an individual, group of individuals or organization that has made significant contributions to the field of vision science. The winner is Saqib Shaikh of Microsoft for developing Seeing AI, a free mobile app for people with visual impairments.
The Dr. Alan R. Morse Lecture in Advocacy was established to honor those who have demonstrated leadership, raised awareness of low vision, addressed barriers, and are working to make a world where no person is limited by their sensory capacity. Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney is this year’s winner, for legislation supporting people with vision challenges.
The “WHOeyes” App
The World Health Organization (WHO) has introduced a free app that allows individuals to assess their vision for both close-up and distance viewing. This new app is called “WHOeyes” and is available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.
New at National Braille Press
Looking for a magnet to cheer someone up? NBP’s newest braille and print magnet reads, “You make me happy when skies are gray.” – Jimmie Davis
If you’re looking toward the new year, the annual Peanuts™ calendar is available for 2024. It usually flies right off the shelf, so don’t delay!
New in children’s books is “George and Martha: Tons of Fun,” by James Marshall. It features five short stories featuring two hippos, George and Martha, who are best friends. This book is available in UEB for ages 4 to 7.
Another new children’s book is “Pluto: Not a Planet? Not a Problem!” by Stacy McAnulty and Stevie Lewis. It’s available in contracted UEB for ages 4 to 8.
A new board book, “Home Run! My First Baseball Game,” by Tanner Ryan, is also available in contracted UEB for ages 3 and up. In the game of Cows vs. Bears, who will win? Check this book out!
For more information, call toll-free (800) 548-7323 or (617) 266-6160 ext. 520, or order online at shop.nbp.org.