118 - Accessible systems for sign language computation with Dr. Danielle Bragg
In this episode, Dr. Danielle Bragg, a senior researcher at Microsoft Research's New England lab, discusses the challenges and opportunities of creating accessible systems for sign language computation. With around seventy million people worldwide using sign language as their primary mode of communication, it is a population that requires specific attention when it comes to expanding access to information.
Dr. Bragg offers valuable insights into the field of sign language computation, including the unique challenges involved in building systems that can cater to the needs and desires of the deaf and signing community. She highlights how technology can positively impact the lives of millions of people and explains her research on developing gestures and sign language recognition software.
For those interested in the intersection of technology and accessibility, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into a rapidly advancing field that can positively impact many peoples' lives.
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