Dr. Abigale Stangl
Dr. Abigale Stangl is a design researcher specializing in the development of systems that promote inclusive design practices and enhance the accessibility of products and information. With expertise in human-centered design, human-computer interaction, accessibility, and sensory AI, her interdisciplinary research encompasses universal design principles and prioritizes disability-first innovation.
Abigale’s current research goals focus on expanding tactile media availability through in-depth investigations of tactile design practices, interaction techniques, and the optimization of multimodal and multisensory systems. She actively collaborates with individuals with disabilities, ensuring their perspectives and needs drive innovation. Abigale also cultivates students’ abilities as allies and co-designers, fostering an inclusive design community that embraces diverse perspectives.
She has a Ph.D. in Technology Media and Society (Ph.D. TMS) from the ATLAS Institute at the University of Colorado (2014-2019). advised by Dr. Tom Yeh , the founded the Build A Better Book Project to broaden inclusion in the design of accessible media. She holds a Masters of Science in Information Communication Technology for Development (MS. ICTD), and a Bachelors of Environmental Design and Planning (B.ENVD).
Prior to joining Georgia Institute of Technology, she was a 2020 National Science Foundation/ Computing Research Association, Computing Innovation Fellowship, and worked with Dr. Leah Findlater at the University of Washington/Apple on Safeguarding Private Visual Information. Abigale also received a Bullard Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Texas-Austin (2019-2020), mentored by Dr. Danna Gurari working with the Microsoft Research Ability Initiative. She is a Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholar alum.
Members
Viswak Raja
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Viswak Raja has a background in Industrial Design and Human-Computer Interaction, with key interests in Extended Reality design, Accessibility and Inclusive Design, and Service Design. 🔗 Website
Navya Vijosh Ammayath
Graduate Research Assistant
Navya holds a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering with a specialization in Data Science and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Industrial Design. She is a research assistant on an accessibility project leveraging Gen-AI, with a focus on improving accessibility in mathematics. She is working on sensor-based technologies while exploring diverse design processes to enhance her interdisciplinary expertise.
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Manya Gupta
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Manya has a strong background in product design and a passion for health tech, consumer electronics, sustainable innovations, and inclusive and accessible design, combines creative problem-solving with user-centered design expertise. Her approach focuses on crafting meaningful experiences that address diverse user needs and foster long-term impact.
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Andre Grossberg
Undergrad Student Researcher
Andre Grossberg is a Computer Engineering undergraduate with a minor in Industrial Design, passionate about developing innovative assistive technologies. His projects include an AI-powered platform for teaching American Sign Language (ASL) and a wearable device designed to support individuals with visual impairments. Andre is actively involved in two industrial design labs focused on accessibility, where he collaborates on user-centered solutions that bridge technology and design. With expertise in software engineering, he strives to create intuitive, impactful tools that support everyday life.
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Dahee Sophie Kim
Graduate Research Assistant
Sophie has a background in Industrial and Product Design, with a research focus on accessibility, social impact, and the role of conversational agents in enhancing user experience for social good.
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Upcoming Oportunities
Undergraduate Students
Undergraduates at MultiSense.Studio will benefit from developing a solid foundation in inclusive design principles, gaining hands-on experience in prototyping, and learning basic data science techniques to analyze user data and inform design decisions. They are expected to grasp fundamental concepts in industrial design, human-computer interaction, and assistive technology while actively participating in collaborative projects that emphasize user-centered design and multimodal communication. Curiosity, empathy, and an openness to diverse perspectives and experiences are crucial dispositions for success.
Graduate Students
Master’s students at MultiSense.Studio will benefit from deepening their expertise in advanced human-computer interaction techniques, enhancing their user research methodologies, and applying data science skills to generate insights from complex datasets. They are expected to produce innovative, ethically sound designs that address real-world challenges, leveraging multidisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, particularly in the realms of tactile and multimodal learning and disability studies. Strong problem-solving abilities, a commitment to ethical practices, and the ability to work effectively across disciplines are essential competencies.
Ph.D. Students
Ph.D. candidates at MultiSense.Studio will benefit from conducting groundbreaking research that integrates advanced data science methods with inclusive design and assistive technology development, contributing to significant advancements in these fields. They are expected to lead high-impact research projects, publish in top-tier journals, and mentor junior researchers, demonstrating a deep commitment to ethical considerations and community-based participatory methods. Expertise in interdisciplinary domains, leadership in innovation, and the ability to synthesize theoretical and practical insights are critical for success.