We are a multidisciplinary group
We seek to understand and optimize kinematic communication for those individuals who cannot speak thereby strive to make a significant, positive, impact on the lives of these individuals and their families.
Here are our key considerations and areas of focus for our kinematic communication project.
Understanding the Needs of Non-Speakers
Collaborating with individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and caregivers to gain insights into their unique communication challenges and needs. Understand their preferences and requirements for effective kinematic communication.
Kinematic Assessment
Develop comprehensive methodologies to evaluate the kinematic abilities of non-speakers and identify unique and relevant factors, for each individual, that positively contribute to their kinematic communication success.
Data Collection and Analysis
Use Design of Experiments and Data Science techniques to collect and analyze sensorimotor data. This data can include information on kinematics, eye tracking, muscle activity, and more. By feeding this rich data into machine learning algorithms, we can identify personal profiles that shorten the time to effective and efficient kinematic communication for each individual.
Neuroscience and Kinesiology Integration
Leverage insights from neuroscience and kinesiology to study and design interventions that can help individuals use their unique sensorimotor profile to engage in kinematic communication.
Customized Solutions
Use rich data sources and extensive analytical methods, to develop customized kinematic learning interventions tailored to the unique abilities of each person.
Accessibility and Inclusivity
Consider a wide range of sensory profiles and kinematic abilities to make sure our tools can document your learning profile and leverage that to deliver visual, auditory, and kinematic interventions to help you learn from your kinematic priors.
User-Friendly Interfaces
Ensure that any technology we develop addresses the needs of both the non-speaker and their communication partners.
User Training and Support
Provide support to non-speakers and their caregivers on how to effectively use our tools and interventions.
Ethical Considerations
Always prioritize the ethical treatment of the individuals with whom we work, and ensure that our research and technology align with the highest ethical standards.
Collaboration and Feedback
Continuously seek feedback and collaborate with stakeholders to refine and improve our solutions.
Our multidisciplinary team’s combined expertise positions us well to make meaningful advancements in the field of kinematic communication.