Credit : Tactile Collider

Abstract

Tactile Collider aims to remove barriers that can prevent blind and partially sighted learners from engaging with science. They worked with visual impairment (VI) experts and consultants to develop new models and ways of science engagement and communication for young people who are blind or visually impaired.

• LHCP 10 Conference (2022)

Contact

Authors :

• Rob Appleby, University of Manchester, Cockcroft Institute
• Chris Edmonds, University of Liverpool, Cockcroft Institute
• Robyn Watson, Qualified Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Bolton Sensory Support Service
• Marieke Navin, SHIFT Digital

Related IPPOG Collaboration member :

• United Kingdom

Contact :

• http://tactilecollider.uk/contact/

Project status

Ongoing (updated 2025-07-08)

Files & Resources

• Website
• Tactile Collider:A new approach to the communication of fundamental science to visually impaired people (Paper)