Human-Centered Computing Lab

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

.@AkshayKNayak7 is now presenting his PhD Prospectus Defense, “Responsible AI for Learning Usability.” The work explores how blind and visually impaired learners adopt computing skills in resource-constrained Global South contexts.
cc:/ @WebSciDL @accessodu @ODUSCI @oducs
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[Akshay K Nayak @AkshayKNayak7]

My latest blog highlights our work, GraphLite, a mobile assistive tech that turns static charts into customizable, interactive visualizations for low-vision users. @WebSciDL @accessodu

https://t.co/l68OP7dLUD

[Akshay K Nayak @AkshayKNayak7]

My latest blog post highlights our work presented at #ASSETS2024, in which we studied how people with low vision interpret bar charts when using screen magnifiers and which design choices increase perception errors. @WebSciDL @accessodu
https://t.co/fPXXLleYtZ

[Akshay K Nayak @AkshayKNayak7]

@jaf_ferdous is now presenting his PhD prospectus (proposal) on "Proxy Interfaces for Enhancing Non-Visual Web Usability".
Zoom: https://t.co/gQEioRRyDZ
@accessodu @WebSciDL @oducs

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

.@AkshayKNayak7 is now presenting his PhD candidacy exam, “AccessMenu: Enhancing Usability of Online Restaurant Menus for Screen Reader Users.”
The work uses mmLLMs to make visual restaurant menus accessible for screen reader users.

cc:/ @WebSciDL @accessodu @ODUSCI @oducs

[Human-Centered Computing Lab @accessodu]

Congratulations, Mohan. 🎉

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

Congratulations to Mohan (@mk344567) for successfully defending his dissertation! 🎉 His research introduced innovative tools that transformed how blind users efficiently navigate online discussions and reviews using screen readers.
/cc @ODU @ODUSCI @oducs @accessodu @WebSciDL

[Human-Centered Computing Lab @accessodu]

Congratulations, Yash (@LunaticBugbear)!

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

🎉 Congratulations to Yash (@LunaticBugbear) on successfully defending his dissertation on Human–Data Interaction for blind & low-vision users.

Wishing you continued success, Dr. Prakash!

/cc @vikas_daveb @ODU @ODUSCI @oducs @accessodu @WebSciDL

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

Reflecting on #GAAD2025: The “Accessible by Design” workshop led by Dr. @CookSnell and hosted by @ODULibraries and the EWDA—moved beyond just technical skills to address the core of digital inclusion. (1/5)
https://t.co/7bH4J0LBCP
/cc @WebSciDL @ODU @ODUSCI @oducs @accessodu

[Akshay K Nayak @AkshayKNayak7]

Just published a trip report from the 26th ACM International Conference on Multimodal Interaction (ICMI 2024), held in San José, Costa Rica.
@WebSciDL @accessodu @oducs

https://t.co/I9G0y0hDzV

[Akshay K Nayak @AkshayKNayak7]

Latest blog post is up. It highlights my W4A 2025 paper that introduces AccessMenu, a system designed to improve online food ordering experiences for blind screen reader users.
https://t.co/tYNb9aHJjb

[Human-Centered Computing Lab @accessodu]

Congratulations! 🥳🎉

[Akshay K Nayak @AkshayKNayak7]

Honored to be named this year’s Dr. Hussein Abdel-Wahab Memorial Graduate Fellow at @ODU .
Grateful to my advisor Dr. @vikas_daveb , Prof. Ajay Gupta, Dr. Ravi Mukkamala, the @WebSciDL group, and the @oducs for their support!

https://t.co/a1BhWgtl95

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

Today, @ODULibraries celebrated #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay (#GAAD) with our "Accessible by Design" workshop, helping participants create more inclusive digital content!

/cc @WebSciDL @ODU @ODUSCI @oducs @accessodu

[Mohan Krishna Sunkara @mk344567]

Honored to win the Best Paper Award at ACM #W4A2025 Conference, held at @ICCSyd in Sydney, for our research on Adapting Online Customer Reviews for Blind Users - A Case Study of Restaurant Reviews🏆 @LunaticBugbear @AkshayKNayak7 @OpenMaze @vikas_daveb @WebSciDL @accessodu @oducs

[Akshay K Nayak @AkshayKNayak7]

Latest blog post on a work published at CHI 2024, titled "GazePrompt". This work explores how eye-tracking technology can transform reading for individuals with low vision. #Accessibility #HCI @WebSciDL
https://t.co/zxQ4TDmISv

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

Human smuggling is a pressing global issue. On the US-Mexico border, 'coyotes' increasingly turn to social media to advertise their illicit services. Effective countermeasures require detecting these ads. (1/5).
https://t.co/uPxZsvVQ3B
/cc @WebSciDL @ODU @ODUSCI @oducs @accessodu

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

.@mk344567 prospectus defense focuses on improving web accessibility for blind screen reader users. His research addresses the underexplored domains of online user discussions and web archives, revealing major usability gaps.
/cc @WebSciDL @ODU @ODUSCI @oducs @accessodu

[Md Javedul Ferdous @jaf_ferdous]

.@LunaticBugbear's prospectus defense explores improving data usability for BVI users. His work focuses on enhancing data search with assistive tech and better sense-making of visualizations, advancing Human-Data Interaction.
/cc @WebSciDL @ODU @ODUSCI @oducs @accessodu

[Nithiya @Nithiyavenkat07]

🧵1/2: Paper Summary : “Learning Agent-based Modeling with LLM Companions: Experiences of Novices and Experts Using ChatGPT & NetLogo Chat” Explore how AI transforms learning, bridging gaps for beginners and enhancing expert workflows.
https://t.co/qJ6J8whdqW

[Yash Prakash @LunaticBugbear]

Had an amazing experience at #IEEEVIS 2024! 🎉 Engaged in insightful workshops, presentations, and discussions with the vibrant visualization community.

Check out my detailed trip report here: https://t.co/DraFXEkO4Q

@WebSciDL @accessodu #IEEEVIS #Visualization

[Mohan Krishna Sunkara @mk344567]

Had an amazing experience at #TPDL2024 in Slovenia! Thrilled to present my paper on assessing the accessibility and usability of web archives for blind users. Insightful talks & vibrant networking! @WebSciDL @AkshayKNayak7 @satwikram29 @OpenMaze @WebSciDL
https://t.co/5HBCNu2nyO