Patrick Carrington

Patrick Carrington is an Associate Professor at the Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) in Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science. His research focuses on accessibility, wearable technology, and assistive systems, particularly for individuals with disabilities. He explores non-visual cooking, autonomous navigation for wheelchair users, and inclusive design of cyber-physical systems.

• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• University: Carnegie Mellon University
• Department: Human-Computer Interaction Institute

Dr. Carrington’s work spans accessibility research, wearable systems, and inclusive human-computer interaction. He develops AI-driven tools to support non-visual tasks, health monitoring for wheelchair users, and accessible social media interfaces.

Recent publications highlight trends in non-visual procedural guidance (cooking, makeup), wheelchair mobility technologies, and AI personalization for disability communities. His articles emphasize contextual awareness, sensor integration, and user-centered design principles.

Scientific Recognition:

• Best Student Paper (ASSETS 2024)
• Best Paper Award (Top 1%) (ASSETS 2019)
• Multiple Best Paper Honorable Mentions (Top 5%) at CHI and ASSETS

Dr. Carrington advises students in accessibility research and collaborates with the AXLE Lab, focusing on empowering autonomy through inclusive technologies.