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Tom Griffiths is a Lecturer in Assistive Technology at the School of Science and Engineering, University of Dundee, focusing on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and eye-gaze control technology. As a registered Clinical Scientist, he combines clinical expertise with research to improve communication solutions for nonspeaking individuals.
- Education: PhD (2020, University College London), MA in Applied Linguistics (2005, Cardiff University), BA in English Language & Linguistics (2004, University of Surrey)
His research explores the intersection of assistive technology, functional vision, and user-centered design for children and adults with disabilities. Recent work includes commercial product development (e.g., PANORAMIC Mio-Mask) and national AT professional competency frameworks.
Publications highlight trends in eye-tracking technology for cerebral palsy and text-entry acceleration interfaces. Collaborations span institutions like Great Ormond Street Hospital and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, with presentations at key conferences on AAC clinical guidelines.
Active in academic activities including peer-review, invited talks, and the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Assistive Technology. He supervises PhD students and contributes to SDG 4 (Quality Education) through AT research.
