Starting from the needs: what are the appropriate sources to co-create innovative solutions for persons with disabilities?

Mensah-Gourmel, Johanne; Bourgain, Maxime; Kandalaft, Christèle; Chatelin, Alain; Tissier, Odile; Letellier, Guy; Gorter, Jan Willem; Brochard, Sylvain; Pons, Christelle

doi:10.1080/17483107.2022.2114554

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“…In a next step, input from this study will be used to decide with relevant stakeholders, including developers and budget holders, which needs and requirements can be fulfilled. Therefore, researchers, PPTs, parents, children, and adolescents should be enabled to elaborate mutual needs together [ 42 , 43 ]. Based on feasibility and available resources, researchers and developers will decide which of the needs should be incorporated within the innovation.…”

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Exploring needs and requirements for a prototype device measuring physical activity in pediatric physical therapy: A qualitative study

Engels,

Kloek,

Sol

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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Aims To analyze needs and requirements of Pediatric Physical Therapists (PPTs), parents, children and adolescents with and without developmental disabilities in the future use of an activity monitor prototype (AM-p) in everyday clinical practice. Methods Qualitative exploratory study with a thematic analysis approach, based on Braun and Clarke’s six steps. Codes derived from the analysis and central themes were collated, based on Fleuren et al.’s groupings of determinants. Results We interviewed 25 PPTs, 12 parents, and 12 children and adolescents. Within four groupings of determinants, we found nine themes: 1) development of information materials; 2) application: output visualization and ease of use; 3) design; 4) relevance and acceptance; 5) shared decision-making; 6) compatibility in daily living; 7) finances, 8) time, and 9) legislation and regulations. Conclusions End-users have similar basic needs, with individual fine-tuning to be addressed during further development of the AM-p. A child-friendly design, information material, and an easy-to-use application to read and interpret results, need to be developed. Efficient training for PPTs is important for the use of the AM-p and analysis of results. Communication between PPTs and children as well as parents enhances shared decision-making. We recommend involving diverse end-users to enable maximum customization of the AM-p.

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“…Ideally, end-users would be equal partners of the development team, together with co-designers and other researchers, and would be involved in the developmental starting phase of the concomitant tools. For this reason, input about the specific context of end-users' personal needs and requirements would be warranted [42,46,47].…”

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Exploring needs and requirements for a prototype device measuring physical activity in pediatric physical therapy: A qualitative study

Engels,

Kloek,

Sol

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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“…The first survey responses were used to propose some disability-related challenges to the students of the EPF engineering school during a disability-centered hackathon [17], without performing a full analysis of the answers.…”

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Assistive Products and Technology to Facilitate Activities and Participation for Children with Disabilities

Mensah-Gourmel

Thépot

Gorter

et al. 2023

IJERPH

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We aimed to identify activity limitations and participation restrictions encountered by children and youth with disabilities for which assistive products and technology could be helpful. We used a convergent, parallel, mixed-methods design involving a nationwide, French survey composed of closed questions (quantitative) and open questions (qualitative) that enlightened the quantitative data. A total of 1055 responses were received, and 962 included: 92 from children and youth with disabilities, 493 from relatives and 377 from professionals. Difficulties frequently checked and described in detail were participation in recreational activities, leaving the house and traveling, participating in a group, and getting ready. Transversal explanations for difficulties were spontaneously provided (e.g., lack of accessibility and mobility). Solutions proposed included personal assistive devices to facilitate home life, high-tech devices, devices to compensate for impaired body functions, and adaptation of the familiar environment and daily activities. Few public solutions were proposed. The necessity of human assistance was emphasized. The mixed-methods design and involvement of different stakeholders identified common, macroscopic trends in difficulties encountered and desired solutions. Products and technology are required in the following domains: the familiar environment, accessibility and mobility, sports and leisure, high-technology, and family support. We provide suggestions to facilitate the development of innovative solutions.

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Enhancing Technology-Focused Entrepreneurship in Higher Education Institutions Ecosystem: Implementing Innovation Models in International Projects

Rosienkiewicz,

Helman,

Cholewa

et al. 2024

Education Sciences

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Innovation models are key to fostering technology-focused entrepreneurship in higher education institutions (HEIs). These models create dynamic environments that encourage collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving skills among students and faculty. HEIs face several challenges in fostering entrepreneurship, including allocating sufficient financial and human resources, integrating entrepreneurship education across disciplines, and managing intellectual property. Overcoming these challenges requires HEIs to cultivate an entrepreneurial culture and establish strong partnerships with industry stakeholders. To achieve these goals, HEIs must adopt successful innovation models proven to work. This article presents an international case study highlighting such models and the factors contributing to their success. This study explores the implementation and impact of innovation models, specifically IDEATION and DEETECHTIVE, within HEIs to foster technology-focused entrepreneurship. By implementing numerous actions focusing on online education integration and the Quintuple Helix Innovation Model, these models support shifting engineering students’ mindsets toward entrepreneurship. This research highlights the importance of academia–industry collaboration, international partnerships, and the integration of entrepreneurship education in technology-focused disciplines. This study presents two models. The first, IDEATION, focuses on open innovation and sharing economy aspects. This model underwent rigorous testing and refinement, evolving into the second model, DEETECHTIVE, which is more comprehensive and deep tech-focused. These models have been validated as effective frameworks for fostering entrepreneurship and innovation within HEIs. This study’s findings underscore the potential of these models to enhance innovation capacity, foster an entrepreneurial culture, and create ecosystems rich in creativity and advancement. Practical implications include the establishment of open innovation-oriented structures and mechanisms, the development of specialized curriculum components, and the creation of enhanced collaboration platforms.

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Starting from the needs: what are the appropriate sources to co-create innovative solutions for persons with disabilities?

Cited by 3 publications

References 43 publications

Exploring needs and requirements for a prototype device measuring physical activity in pediatric physical therapy: A qualitative study

Exploring needs and requirements for a prototype device measuring physical activity in pediatric physical therapy: A qualitative study

Assistive Products and Technology to Facilitate Activities and Participation for Children with Disabilities

Enhancing Technology-Focused Entrepreneurship in Higher Education Institutions Ecosystem: Implementing Innovation Models in International Projects

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