Ciaran Frame

Ciaran Frame is a Research Fellow at Monash University's Department of Human Centred Computing, specializing in interactive media technologies and music composition. His work focuses on designing accessible musical instruments and immersive experiences through gestural interaction, virtual reality (VR), and inclusive performance systems.

Research projects include the AirSticks Lab (2021–2024), which develops accessible music-making workshops for children using novel technologies, and Research Buoy (2021), a collaboration with BoilOver Inclusive Performance Ensemble exploring participatory music systems. His outputs span conferences like NIME and ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, addressing topics such as VR musical experiences, minimal-input interfaces, and instrument documentation.

Frame’s articles emphasize accessibility, user-centered design, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. He has secured funding from the Telematics Trust for projects bridging technology and inclusive music practices. His work often intersects with education, arts, and disability studies, advocating for equitable access to music creation and performance.