Welcome to the
International Society for Virtual Rehabilitation
A Society for
Professionals in Virtual and Tele- Rehabilitation
The society provides a multidisciplinary forum for engineers, scientists and clinicians who are interested in employing new technologies for physical, psychological, cognitive, and social rehabilitation applications. The purpose of the society is to facilitate interaction between the communities interested in the field in order to:
- promote discussion of key issues
- devise a common reference set of terminology/standards/definitions
- encourage clarity in research paradigms
- create opportunities for collaboration and networking through newsletters, discussion forums, jobs advertising/jobs wanted, general news, member news, project partner finding and more
- represent the community with respect to funding, government policies, consumer groups and other bodies
- provide recognition through awards for exceptional member activities
Outcome of ISVR Election
Summary of election method/results:
- Electorate: 185
- Votes: 54 (29% turnout)
- Spoiled: 3
- Valid votes: 51
The Election Committee have scrutinised and approved the results of the ISVR election and the methodology used. This has now been approved by the ISVR Board.
The successful candidates for Election to the Board are (alphabetical):
- Assaf Dvorkin
- Kynan Eng
- Belinda Lange
There were no additional nominations for the role of President.
- Sue Cobb (Vice-President) was therefore confirmed in the role of President
There were no nominations for the roles of Vice-President and Secretary. Nominations were therefore subsequently solicited from within the Board and a vote was taken by the Board.
- Mindy Levin was duly elected to the role of Vice-President
- Cali Fidopiastis was duly elected to the role of Secretary
The terms of all six appointments is from January 2012 to December 2014.The Board wishes to extend its congratulations to all the successful candidates and its gratitude to all members who took part
Membership in brief
Membership is for two years. The Board have announced a moratorium on individual membership fees to 31.12.2011. Please see Membership page for details of free individual membership.
ISVR Group on Facebook
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There is an active International Society for Virtual Rehabilitation on Facebook. Current membership is 722 (April 10, 2011). |
