Research & Academic Output

Publications

Selected peer-reviewed publications, conference papers and research preprints by Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi, focusing on artificial intelligence, multimodal systems, accessible communication, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), speech technology and inclusive human-centred computing.

Selected research

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2026 · PREPRINT

Benchmarking Self-Supervised Speech Models on Multilingual Nigerian Speech

Omotayo Omoyemi and Ifeoluwa Oladeni · engrXiv / Engineering Archive

A benchmark study evaluating modern self-supervised automatic speech recognition models across English, Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba.

2026 · PREPRINT

AURA: An AI-Powered Multimodal Prototype for Adaptive Apraxia of Speech Therapy and Communication Support

Omotayo Omoyemi and Rachel K. Johnson · engrXiv

A multimodal AI framework designed to support therapy, progress monitoring and communication for people with apraxia of speech.

2026 · PREPRINT

HandsSpeak: A Real-Time Interactive System for Translating Makaton Gestures into English

Omotayo Omoyemi · Zenodo

A real-time interactive prototype that combines computer vision, gesture classification and an accessible interface to translate basic Makaton gestures into English.

2025 · CONFERENCE

Human-Centred AI for Makaton-to-English Translation: A Multimodal Interaction Approach

Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · 38th International BCS Human-Computer Interaction Conference

Research on the design and early-stage evaluation of a multimodal AI system for translating Makaton into English text and speech.

2024 · ACM CONFERENCE PAPER

Designing a Tool that automatically translates Makaton signs from live video streams into written English

Sokratis Karkalas and Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · ICSIE 2024 · ACM

A user-centred design study exploring requirements for automatically translating Makaton signs from live video into written English.

2024 · RESEARCH ARTICLE

Automated error detection and correction in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Systems Using NLP

Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 24(2), 520–525

Research examining natural language processing methods for detecting and correcting errors in augmentative and alternative communication systems.

2024 · RESEARCH ARTICLE

Machine learning for predictive AAC: Improving speech and gesture-based communication systems

Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 24(1), 2569–2575

Research exploring machine-learning approaches to predictive AAC, including predictive text, speech recognition, gesture interpretation and multimodal inputs.

2024 · RESEARCH ARTICLE

Ethical Implications of AI-Driven AAC Systems: Ensuring Inclusivity and Equity in Assistive Technologies

Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 24(1), 2576–2581

An examination of privacy, affordability, representation and equity concerns in AI-driven augmentative and alternative communication technologies.

2025 · CONFERENCE PAPER

Developing an AI Makaton Tool for Inclusive Secondary Education:Implementation and Evaluation

Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · UKCI 2025

Research on an AI-powered Makaton recognition system designed to support inclusive secondary education through real-time gesture recognition and accessible communication.

Academic Engagements

Selected conference presentations, research talks and academic engagements in artificial intelligence, accessibility and human-centred computing.

2026 · PITCH & POSTER PRESENTATION

Multimodal AI for Accessible Communication and Digital Health: The AURA Framework

Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi & Rachel Johnson · Fourth Workshop on Multimodal AI (MultimodalAI'26) · UCL East Campus, London

Presented the AURA Framework, exploring the use of multimodal artificial intelligence for accessible communication and digital health, including speech analysis, adaptive learning and augmentative and alternative communication support.

2026 · SYMPOSIUM PRESENTATION

Generative AI as Communication Prosthesis: Assistive Authoring, Agency, and Ethical Boundaries

Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · Ethics of Generative-AI Assisted Authoring Symposium · AISB 2026 · University of Sussex

Presented research examining generative AI as an assistive communication technology, with a focus on accessibility, user agency and the ethical boundaries of AI-assisted authoring.

2024 · ORAL PRESENTATION

Designing a Tool that automatically translates Makaton signs from live video streams into written English

Sokratis Karkalas & Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi · International Conference on Software and Information Engineering (ICSIE 2024) · Derby, United Kingdom

Conference presentation of research into the design of an assistive technology system for translating Makaton signs from live video streams into written English.

Technical Writing

Practical articles and tutorials by Omotayo Emmanuel Omoyemi on artificial intelligence, accessibility, computer vision, gesture recognition and speech technology.

FREECODECAMP · AUTHOR PROFILE

Technical Articles by Omotayo Omoyemi

Omotayo Omoyemi · freeCodeCamp News

A collection of technical writing covering human-centred AI, accessible technology, multimodal interaction, gesture recognition, speech technology and computer vision.