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Editorial

Introduction to the special issue on the first Global Research, Innovation, and Education on Assistive Technology (GREAT) Summit and invitation to contribute to and continue the discussions

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Pages 435-436 | Received 25 Apr 2018, Accepted 26 Apr 2018, Published online: 17 May 2018

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