about us

Our Mission and Team

Welcome to the MAC Lab, a research lab based in Gallaudet University's Linguistics Department. The MAC Lab includes a team of researchers led by Dr. Deanna Gagne. The research included in this lab focuses on language development, cognition, and atypical linguistic experiences.

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Our Team

The MAC Lab is a multidisciplinary team with expertise in linguistics and deaf education. The team focuses on research involving Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind communities.

Our Mission

We support Deaf and DeafBlind communities through research, resources, and scholarly publications focused on cognitive development.

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Our Collaborations

The MAC Lab collaborates with individuals, organizations, and academic institutions.

Our Work

The MAC Lab conducts research on communication and cognitive development in Deaf and DeafBlind communities, including development, testing, and analysis of tools and systems.

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Our Lab

Inside the MAC Lab: Pioneering Deaf-Focused Research and Technology

Diverse Expertise

Our team consists of professionals from linguistics, computer science, engineering, and deaf education, combining unique perspectives to drive innovation.

Assistive Technologies

We develop cutting-edge assistive technologies to enhance independence and communication for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, promoting a more inclusive world.

Sign Language Recognition

Our research focuses on advancing sign language recognition systems, facilitating seamless communication and breaking down barriers for our community.

Accessible Communication Platforms

We create accessible communication platforms, ensuring that deaf and hard of hearing individuals can fully engage with the world around them.

Collaborative Partnerships

We partner with academic institutions, tech companies, and organizations to leverage diverse expertise, resources, and perspectives for more impactful solutions.

Community Empowerment

Our mission goes beyond research; we aim to empower the deaf and hard of hearing community with resources, education, and opportunities for growth.

Our Work

Innovating Deaf-Focused Communication Solutions

Pioneering New Frontiers in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Research.

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Language Acquisition Across Modalities
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Protactile Language Research
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Cognition, Literacy, and Language Experience
Contact Us

We're Here to Connect and Assist

Thank you for your interest in the MAClab! We welcome your inquiries, collaboration opportunities, and feedback. Please reach out to us using the contact button provided, and our team will be delighted to connect with you.