CNGL and CLARITY at ESOF 2010

CNGL and CLARITY, the SFI funded CSETs are exhibiting at Science in the City as part of the Euroscience Open Forum 2010 (ESOF 2010). Both centres were selected from many different research centres across Europe to exhibit at this prestigious outreach event. The Euroscience Open Forum 2010, taking place in Turin from the 2-7 July, is one of the most important events for showcasing scientific research.

Left to right: Conor Lenihan, TD, Minister for Science, Technology, Innovation and Natural Resources, Leo Enright and Cara Greene CNGL Education and Outreach Manager

CNGL are showcasing language technology innovation and localisation business integration through a number of demos- the World Cup Twanslator Twitter application, a sign language translation tool, interactive dialogues, an adaptive education game and a primary school localisation toolkit.

CLARITY are presenting Wobbleball, a sensor driven game used in rehabilitation, and Learndancing, a learning game where a dancemat is used in conjunction with a maths or spelling game. Examples of interactive garments containing sensors which detect subtle changes in the wearer are being shown as well as research prototypes for other sports applications.