Daniel Kish
Visually Impaired Innovator | Echolocation Expert
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Daniel Kish, who is blind, has pioneered the use of echolocation to navigate and understand the world. Through his nonprofit World Access for the Blind, he teaches this ability to both blind and sighted individuals, expanding the perceptual toolbox for all.
Kish's TED Talks on the science and practice of echolocation have been viewed millions of times, inspiring audiences to see the world in new ways. His keynotes reveal the power of human senses and the incredible potential in everyone to adapt, innovate, and thrive despite challenges.
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How I use sonar to navigate the world
Daniel Kish has been blind since he was 13 months old, but has learned to "see" using a form of echolocation. He clicks his tongue and sends out flashes of sound that bounce off surfaces in the environment and return to him, helping him to construct an understanding of the space around him. In a rousing talk, Kish shows how this works -- and asks us all to let go of our fear of the dark unknown.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED | 2015 | 🇨🇦Vancouver, Canada |
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