Emma Lawton is finally able to write her name again. The 33-year-old graphic designer was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease back in 2013. It’s a progressive movement disorder that took away her ability to draw and write — until now.
It’s all thanks to a wearable with her namesake designed by Microsoft researcher, Haiyan Zhang, who was inspired to help Lawton after the two met in London. The device pairs with a tablet that controls the wearable’s vibrations. Something about the vibrations is enough to block the feedback loop between Lawton’s hand and brain, easing her tremors and allowing her to write and draw once again.
MicrosoftHaiyan Zhang and Emma Lawton show off the Emma Watch during Microsoft’s Build event in Seattle, Washington, on May 10, 2017.
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