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Matthew Guggemos: Speech-Language Pathologist, Musician & Technology Innovator

Accomplished speech-language pathologist with expertise in music performance, recording, and technology development for autism intervention and communication disorders. Co-founder of iTherapy and co-owner/co-publisher of Autism Digest, dedicated to creating multi-sensory digital learning products. Passionate about integrating music, technology, and education to improve outcomes for neurodiverse individuals.

Professional Experience

Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer

iTherapy, LLC / iTherapy, a Speech Pathology Corporation

Developed InnerVoice, an award-winning communication app integrating technology to aid learning.

Partnered with Microsoft on the AI for Accessibility Grant to enhance educational tools for communication.

Managed multiple grants, including NIH, NSF, and Autism Speaks, focusing on innovative autism intervention methods.

Research Director

NSF SBIR Grant #1520587: Led research on synthesizing emotional communication for mobile devices.

Co-Investigator

NIH Grant 1R43DC018447-01: Studied the impact of virtual reality- and tablet-based interventions on motor speech skills in children with autism.

Co-Investigator

NSF SBIR Phase 1 Grant #2025836: Developed a machine-learning-based speech and language evaluation system.

CTO

NSF SBIR Phase 2 Grant #2133148: Led the development of the Evaluative Artificial Speech Intelligence - Autism Screener (EASI-AS).

Co-Principal Investigator

NIH Grant 1R43DC018447-01:

Co-led the Video-Assisted Speech Technology (VAST) project for children with autism, a virtual reality-based therapy system designed to enhance motor planning and functional speech.

Directed research involving video modeling, VR goggles, and bone-conduction technology for improved speech production and engagement.

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Autism Digest Leadership

Co-Owner & Co-Publisher

Autism Digest

Co-published a leading publication on autism, enhancing awareness and education for neurodiverse communities.

Recipient of the 2013 Mensa Intellectual Benefits to Society Award for contributions to autism-related technology.

Writing

Published an article focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence in addressing speech and language delays, demonstrating cutting-edge applications of technology in clinical practice.

Guest Editor for the Mensa Research Journal's Summer 2025 Issue

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2024). Exploring the Bidirectional Relationship Between Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience: Proceedings of a Workshop. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/27764

Diverse Professional Background

Professional Musician & Recording Artist

Drummer for bands Freighter and miRthkon, featured on multiple albums, showcasing versatile drumming styles.

Performed with acclaimed jazz pianist Larry Vuckovich

Literacy Education Specialist

Focused on multi-sensory learning interventions to support language development at the Michigan Dyslexia Institute and the San Francisco Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center.

Awards and Recognition

2013 Mensa Intellectual Benefits to Society Award

Recognized for developing a mobile-interactive-video-self modeling approach to improve social communication skills in children with autism spectrum disorder and/or Social Thinking deficits.