Special collection in association with the 2023 International Conference on aging, innovation and rehabilitation.

This document introduces a collection of research articles associated with the International Conference on aging, innovation, and rehabilitation (ICAIR) held in 2023. The conference brought together researchers, scientists, and entrepreneurs dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals facing challenges related to aging and disability. The conference was jointly hosted by The KITE Research Institute | Toronto Rehabilitation Institute–University Health Network and the Rehabilitation Sciences Institute at the University of Toronto, with contributions from other institutions worldwide. The collection includes twelve articles covering various topics related to health monitoring, assessment, and rehabilitation, with a focus on techniques such as functional electrical stimulation and the application of signal processing and artificial intelligence. The success of ICAIR 2023 has led to plans for the conference to be held annually in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. [Extracted from the article]