Invercargill dad sets sights on book record
Michael Cockroft, an Invercargill father diagnosed with motor neurone disease, is using eye-gaze technology to write children's books. He aims to surpass Stephen Hawking's record of 15 published books while using the technology to maintain his independence and connection to his family.
Why it matters
This highlights the transformative impact of assistive technology on the quality of life and creative output for individuals with degenerative neurological conditions.
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