Creating “Everyday” Accessible Experiences

Abstract: Advanced computing and sensing technologies are transforming how we navigate, interpret, and connect with the world. When designed accessibly, these systems can expand agency, autonomy, and meaningful participation in everyday life. My research focuses on reimagining access technologies through the lens of lived experience—centering the challenges and aspirations of people with disabilities to create tools that feel natural, empowering, and woven into daily routines.

Bio: Dr. Patrick Carrington is an Associate Professor in the Human-Computer Interaction Institute at Carnegie Mellon University, where he leads the AXLE Lab. He is a systems builder whose research aims to deliver on the promise of accessible user experiences to support autonomy and quality of life. He uses design methods to deeply consider the challenges faced by people with disabilities, leading to the development of solutions that expand how people experience and interact with the world around them through technology. Specifically, his research advances the field of accessible computing by engaging with how we approach designing and building access technologies that emphasize agency and joy. He received his Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

This seminar is both online and in-person:
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