Research Projects
Current Projects
UK-RAS+ Network
£671,487 - EPSRC
The UK-RAS Network aims to lead and coordinate robotics and autonomous systems research across the UK. It fosters collaboration between academia, industry, and government to drive innovation and maintain global competitiveness. The network also supports training, knowledge exchange, and responsible development in the field.
EMPOWER Network
£26,100 - Cardiff University
Building an interdisciplinary support network for current and aspiring female Principal Investigators at Cardiff University. The project focuses on developing research leadership skills, fostering collaborations, and creating pathways for career advancement.
Codesign of Artificial Intelligence algorithm for personalised exercise videos to enhance community-based rehabilitation for people with stroke
£91,101 - NIHR i4i Programme
Developing AI-driven algorithms to create personalised exercise programmes for stroke rehabilitation. Using co-design methodologies with patients and healthcare professionals to ensure the technology meets real-world needs and improves community-based rehabilitation outcomes.
Embedding Resilience: Robotic Telepresence for Frailty Management
£31,152 - EMERGENCE Network Plus, EPSRC
Co-designing a robotic telepresence exercise programme to support frailty management in home and community settings. The project combines robotics, human-computer interaction, and healthcare expertise to create accessible and engaging rehabilitation solutions.
Completed Projects
TAS ART: Augmented Robotic Telepresence
£43,484 - UKRI Trustworthy Autonomous Systems Hub
Exploring the potential of Augmented Robotic Telepresence (ART) to improve on trustworthiness, inclusion/accessibility and independence afforded to remote users of Mobile Robotic Telepresence (MRP).
TASA: Towards Accessible Smart Assistants
£5,000 - University of Lincoln
Investigated how smart assistant technologies can be made more accessible for users with hearing loss. The project employed participatory design methods to understand barriers and develop inclusive interaction modalities for voice and conversational AI systems.
MaTHiSiS: Managing Affective-learning Through Intelligent Atoms
EU Horizon 2020 - European Commission
Developed intelligent learning analytics and emotional AI systems to support personalized education. The project created adaptive learning environments that respond to learners' emotional and cognitive states, with applications in mainstream and special education.
EDUROB: Educational Robotics for Students with Learning Disabilities
Lifelong Learning Programme - European Commission
Pioneered the use of educational robotics to support learning for students with intellectual disabilities. The project developed accessible robot control interfaces and educational activities, demonstrating the potential of robotics to enhance inclusive education.
Collaboration Opportunities
Research Partnerships
I welcome collaborations with researchers, industry partners, and organizations interested in human-robot interaction, accessibility, and inclusive design. Whether you're looking to explore new research directions, develop practical applications, or create impact through technology, I'd love to discuss potential partnerships.