He is also a Research Architect at the Rehabilitation Research and Development Center at the Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Mr. Sanford has been actively involved in research, teaching and practice for over 25 years and is well-recognized for his expertise in universal design, accessible design and assistive technologies. He was one of the authors of the Principles of Universal Design and teaches courses in both universal design and design for healthy aging in the community. His research spans the design of products and spaces, such as housing, including the effectiveness of home modifications for aging in place; public facilities including seating is stadiums and theaters; and community settings where he has focused on environmental barriers to community mobility. http://www.catea.gatech.edu