Assistant Professor, University of Alberta
Rios Rincon's current research is devoted to investigating the use of assistive technologies to assess and promote cognitive skills and engagement in play in individuals with disabilities, mainly those with motor and cognitive impairments including dementia. She intends to understand how technology supports the health and wellness of individuals with disabilities through engagement in play. She is also interested in exploring the functional outcomes that can be improved as a result of technological interventions for promoting engagement in play and leisure.