My accessibility research is focused on 2 main tracks: (1) Transcoding; and, (2) accessibility evaluation.
Transcoding
Web accessibility transcoding is a process that we use to make digital content accessible to all users, especially those with disabilities. This process involves transforming web content into formats that can be easily consumed by individuals who rely on assistive technologies. By addressing the needs of users with visual impairments, cognitive disabilities, or other challenges, our work in web accessibility transcoding helps create an inclusive online environment.
When we approach web accessibility transcoding, we focus on content transformation. This includes reformatting text, images, and multimedia elements into alternative formats that improve usability. For example, we may convert written content into audio formats for users who are blind or visually impaired, or provide captions and transcripts for video content to assist those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Our goal is to ensure that all users can access the information they need without barriers.
Accessibility Evaluation
Accessibility Related Grants
- OSS: Online Social Support for Cancer Patients and their Families: One Research Associate (CompSci) / One Research Associate (Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work) – 01 Jan 2012 to 30 June 2012; EPSRC Windfall (EP/K005294/1–R114041); £34,035 (Research Body Contribution); EPS Windfall Awards Program; Principle Investigator;
- TEOA: Text Entry For Older Adults: One Research Associate – 01 Oct 2011 to 30 June 2012; EPSRC Knowledge Transfer Award (EP/H500154/1–R113685); £29,205 (Research Body Contribution) / £6,000 (Buttercup Telecoms Contribution) / £8,700 (CTIC Contribution) / £4,779 (Age Concern Contribution); Knowledge Transfer Awards Program; Principle Investigator;
- COPE: Coping Strategies for Improving Blind Users’ Interaction with the World Wide Web: One Research Associate – 01 Jan 2011 to 01 Jan 2014; Basque Government (Grant Scheme); e105,000 (Research Body Contribution); Research Awards Program; Simon Harper, Supervisor - Markel Vigo, Researcher Associate - Julio Abascal, University of the Basque Country;
- ACup: Accessibility Catch-Up: Techniques for Disseminating Accessibility Research: One Research Associate – 01 Jan 2010 to 01 Jan 2011; Google (Grant Scheme); $70,000 (Research Body Contribution); Research Awards Program; Principle Investigator;
- SCWeb2: Senior Citizens and the Web 2.0: One Research Associate – 01 Jan 2009 to 01 Jan 2011; Leverhulme Trust (F/00 120/BL); £112,187 (Research Body Contribution); Standard Research Scheme; Principle Investigator;
- SASWAT: Structured Accessibility Stream for Web 2.0 Access Technologies: Two Research Associates – 01 July 2007 to 30 March 2010; EPSRC (EP/E062954/1); £337,814 (Research Council Contribution); Standard Research Scheme; Principle Investigator;
- RIAM: Reciprocal Interoperability between the Accessible and Mobile Webs: One Research Associate & One PhD Studentship – 01 October 2006 to 30 December 2009; EPSRC (EP/E002218/1); £205,678 (Research Council Contribution); First Grant Scheme; Principle Investigator.