Dr. Davami became the advisor for UA’s Tikkun Olam Makers Medical Engineering Group (TOM), and Jesse Park, one of Dr. Davami’s undergraduate researchers, became the organization’s president. This student organization is aimed at designing low-cost, open-source solutions for those with disabilities. This often includes designing assistive devices and putting them on the TOM repository, so that anyone can 3D print them. TOM is a global organization with its website at tomglobal.org. UA’s chapter is focused on helping those with disabilities around Alabama, which is one of the poorest states in the nation. It also collaborates with other campus organizations, including EcoCAR and Adapted Athletics, on developing assistive technology. Interested students are encouraged to join the TOM GroupMe.
