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James Gips

James Gips (died June 10, 2018) was an American technologist, academic, and author based in Boston. He was the John R. and Pamela Egan Professor of computer science and professor of information systems at Boston College.

Gips’ research was focused around the use of technology to help people with disabilities live fuller lives. He was the co-inventor and principal developer of two assistive technologies, EagleEyes and Camera Mouse. Gips has written on a variety of topics including ethical robots, shape grammars and aesthetics.

In 2007, Gips won the da Vinci Award for exceptional design and engineering achievements in accessibility and universal design.

Gips died June 10, 2018, aged 72. Provided by Wikipedia