The National Institute of Speech and Hearing (NISH) has introduced a peer-reviewed online journal that will focus on research in various facets of disability, education and rehabilitation science.
Higher Education and Social Justice Minister R. Bindu formally launched the Journal for Rehabilitation Sciences and Disability Studies here on Monday.
The journal will be published bi-annually in April and October. The publication will deal with a wide range of topics including rehabilitation sciences encompassing audiology, speech language, pathology, psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, orthotics, prosthetics etc.; special education, assistive technology, disability assessment, disability prevention, inclusive education, social work, disability and gender, and disability legislation and policies.
