About

Who we are

The Center for Assistive Technology & Environmental Access (CATEA), formerly known as the Center for Rehabilitation Technology, has been in existence for over 25 years. Our foci are:

  • Development, evaluation, and utilization of assistive technology (technologies or devices designed to allow or improve performance of activities of daily living or work).
  • Design and development of accessible environments (environments, private and public, accessible to all people, including those with disabilities).
  • CATEA is a unit of the College of Architecture at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. We are supported in our mission by strategic partners and a national advisory council. Visit History for more information on the development of CATEA.

Purpose

CATEA supports individuals with disabilities of any age within the State of Georgia and beyond through:

  • expert services
  • research
  • design and technological development
  • information dissemination
  • educational programs

The application of these resources is intended to promote maximum access to opportunity and environments by enhancing individuals' capabilities through the appropriate use of technology.