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TransMedia Catalonia
Established2004
Parent institution
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB)
AffiliationsDepartment of Translation and Interpreting and East Asian Studies
DirectorAnna Matamala (current)
Pilar Orero (founder)
Location
Bellaterra, Spain
Websitewebs.uab.cat/transmedia/

TransMedia Catalonia is an interdisciplinary research group based at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) that studies media accessibility and audiovisual translation.[1] It was established in 2004 by translation scholar Pilar Orero.[2] As of 2025, the group is directed by Anna Matamala, whose research focuses on audiovisual translation and cognitive aspects of accessibility services.[3][4]

The group's research areas include audio description, subtitling for the deaf and hard of hearing, sign language in media, and easy‑to‑read language.[5][6][7]

History

TransMedia Catalonia was founded in 2004 within the Department of Translation and Interpreting at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Its founding director, Pilar Orero, edited the 2004 volume Topics in Audiovisual Translation, which contributed to establishing audiovisual translation as a research discipline.[2] Initially focused on audiovisual translation, the group later expanded its scope to include media accessibility and user‑centered research.[1] Since 2020, the group has been directed by Anna Matamala, who had previously collaborated with Orero on accessibility standardization projects.[4]

Research

The group’s research covers audio description, subtitling for deaf and hard‑of‑hearing audiences, sign language in media, easy‑to‑read language, and the application of artificial intelligence to accessibility services.[8] It operates the LAB‑TTAV (Laboratori de Tecnologies per a la Traducció Audiovisual) laboratory, which conducts eye‑tracking studies and user tests for media accessibility.[9]

In 2024, the group launched a master's and postgraduate program in accessible communication, offered online by the UAB.[10]

European projects

TransMedia Catalonia has participated in more than thirty projects funded by the European Union, focusing on accessibility standards, AI‑based tools for broadcasters, and inclusive pedagogy.

  • ADLAB (2011–2014): Developed professional guidelines for audio description.[11]
  • EASIT (2018–2021): Examined easy‑to‑understand language in audiovisual content and related training.[12]
  • MEDIAVERSE (2021–2024): Studied media accessibility in decentralized ecosystems.[13]
  • MOSAIC MEDIA (2024–2026): An AI‑based platform for European broadcasters; TransMedia Catalonia provides linguistic and user‑testing frameworks. Partners include the technology company Pangeanic, broadcasters 3Cat, RTV SLO, VRT, Deutsche Welle, and coordinator Fincons Group.[9][citation needed]
  • ENACT (2025–2028): Focuses on digital accessibility in educational settings and certification for accessibility experts.[14]

Impact on standards

The group’s research has been cited in professional guidelines and standards related to the European Accessibility Act.[11] It has contributed to the work of international standardization bodies through its participation in EU projects such as ADLAB and EASIT.[11]

Sign language and inclusive pedagogy

The group has developed a digital learning tool for Catalan Sign Language (LSC).[15] Researchers in the group have also published work on inclusive pedagogy, focusing on making foreign language learning materials accessible to students with sensory impairments.[16]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "TransMedia Catalonia – Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Research Portal". UAB. Retrieved 9 February 2026.
  2. ^ a b Orero, Pilar, ed. (2004). Topics in Audiovisual Translation. Benjamins Translation Library. Vol. 56. John Benjamins Publishing Company. ISBN 978-9027295125.
  3. ^ "Anna Matamala – UAB Directory". Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Retrieved 21 March 2026.
  4. ^ a b Matamala, Anna; Orero, Pilar (2018). "Standardising accessibility: Transferring knowledge to society". Journal of Audiovisual Translation. 1 (1): 139–154.
  5. ^ Laviosa, Sara (2011). The Oxford Handbook of Translation Studies. Oxford University Press.
  6. ^ O'Hagan, Minako (2019). The Routledge Handbook of Translation and Technology. Routledge. p. 431. ISBN 978-0815358725.
  7. ^ Pérez-González, Luis (2018). The Routledge Handbook of Audiovisual Translation. Routledge. p. PR64. ISBN 978-1138859524.
  8. ^ O'Hagan, Minako (2019). The Routledge Handbook of Translation and Technology. Routledge. p. 431.
  9. ^ a b "CCMA participates in the European project MOSAIC". 3Cat. 2024-11-23. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
  10. ^ "Nuevo máster y posgrado en línea sobre comunicación accesible en la UAB". UAB. 2024-05-23. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
  11. ^ a b c Remael, Aline (2020). Audiovisual Translation and Media Accessibility at the Threshold. Palgrave Macmillan. p. 1965.
  12. ^ "EASIT – Easy Access for Social Inclusion Training". UAB. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
  13. ^ "Accessibility by default: MediaVerse". UAB. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
  14. ^ "Projecte europeu ENACT". UAB. 2025-01-24. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
  15. ^ "New tool for the learning of Catalan Sign Language". UAB. 2023-10-15. Retrieved 2026-03-21.
  16. ^ Noguer, Estela (2024-06-12). "Cómo crear materiales accesibles para el aprendizaje de lenguas extranjeras". The Conversation. Retrieved 2026-03-21.

Category:Research institutes in Spain Category:Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Category:Audiovisual translation Category:Media accessibility Category:Research institutes established in 2004 Category:2004 establishments in Catalonia

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