We have studied real world pointing use from older adults and individuals with motor impairments and developed novel techniques to analyze their performance.
Using Data About Real World Pointing Performance to Improve Computer Access with Automatic Assessment
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2010 Best Student Paper
Introducing Multimodal Paper-Digital Interfaces for Speech-Language Therapy
2010 Best Paper
Disability Studies As a Source of Critical Inquiry for the Field of Assistive Technology
Albert Cook: Outstanding Contribution Recipient 2010
In recognition of his life-long dedication to accessibility
Inclusive User Modelling
I have also addressed the shortcomings of existing HCI models and hope to develop a system that will be easier to use than the existing models and support both able-bodied and disabled users.
AWA, Methodological Framework in the Accessibility Domain for Web Application Development
As a proposed solution to this situation, from the engineering perspective, the methodological support AWA (Accessibility for Web Applications) is presented in this thesis.
Addressing Age-Related Pen-Based Target Acquisition Difficulties
The results of this research support our main thesis that the accessibility of pen-based interfaces can be improved for older adults by first examining the sources of age-related acquisition difficulty, and then using the results of this examination to develop improved techniques.
January 2010 Left Field Article
Compensated Signature Embedding for Multimedia Content Authentication
Towards Behaviour-Driven Transcoding of Web Content Through an Analysis of User Coping Strategies
This thesis presents work that addresses both these limitations. SADIe, a content transcoder, was developed that is both accurate and scalable.
Non Visual Navigation of Excel Spreadsheet
Providing a more accessible non-visual navigation of spreadsheets will help individuals who are blind and visually impaired in getting a better education, will improve their skills, and assist them in entering new careers.