Drum Language AI: Clinical Expertise, Musical Thinking, Technical Innovation
Building communication technology through an unusual combination of speech pathology, AI development, and musical thinking. Services include AI system development, clinical speech-language therapy, innovation consulting, and professional music performance.
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Where Diverse Expertise Creates Breakthrough Solutions
I apply the Innovation Capacity Score methodology to deliver solutions that others can't see coming.
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Visual: Split-screen showing code/drumkit/brain scan—representing integration
The Innovation Advantage (Why We're Different)
Your Competitive Edge Through ICS Methodology
Variety (V)
Number of distinct cognitive inputs (0-10 scale)
Connectivity (C)
Cross-domain synthesis where C ≤ V
Freedom (F)
Degrees of autonomy and exploration
Tension (T)
Productive challenge that drives iteration

The Framework That Drives Results:
Innovation Capacity Score: ICS = f((V!/(V-C)!) × F × T)
Why This Matters:
The factorial relationship (V!/(V-C)!) creates exponential innovation potential. With V=7 and C=5, you get 2,520 base combinations—then multiply by Freedom and Tension for breakthrough capacity.
Real Application Example: "When developing EASI, I applied acoustic pattern recognition from music to speech analysis algorithms, a connection made possible through deliberate cross-domain practice."

Client Value:
  • Solutions from unexpected angles
  • Faster breakthrough identification
  • Risk mitigation through diverse approaches
  • Measurable innovation metrics
Portfolio Hub
Featured Projects:
  • Co-creator of NSF-funded diagnostic system
  • Natural context assessment reducing misdiagnosis
  • [Demo Video] [Technical Paper] [Implementation Guide]
  • LLM-powered AAC with real-time avatars
  • Microsoft AI for Accessibility partnership
  • [App Store Link] [Case Studies] [User Videos]
Cognitive Freedom Protocol
  • Mathematical framework for measuring and protecting human innovation capacity in the AI age
  • Innovation scoring: ICS = f((V!/(V-C)!) × F × T) quantifying breakthrough thinking conditions
  • AI-powered assessment analyzing text, audio, video to compute real-time innovation scores (0-10,000 scale)
  • Protects against AI's "agreeable bias" that reduces productive tension by 25%+
Drum Language Performances
  • Available for studio sessions and live performances

Instagram

Matthew Guggemos on Instagram: "Here’s a mix of whole tones, Irish bodhrans, Tony Williams vibes, and left foot ideas — all together in one place! #influences #tonywilliamslifetime #musiccomposition

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Services
Four Ways to Engage
Innovation Consulting
For organizations seeking breakthrough solutions
  • ICS assessment and implementation
  • Cross-domain synthesis workshops
  • Innovation capacity optimization
  • SBIR grant strategy (10+ successful grants)
AI & Technology Development
From concept to deployment
  • Speech/language AI systems
  • Conversational assessment tools
  • Voice analysis platforms
  • Natural context evaluation systems
Communication & Performance
Specialized expertise
  • Evidence-based speech-language services
  • Neurodivergent communication strategies
  • Skill development strategies
  • Drum Language workshops
Music & Recording Services
Professional drumming for your project
  • Studio session work (remote or in-person)
  • Live performance bookings
  • Jazz, experimental, and cross-genre expertise
  • Arrangement and rhythmic consultation
Each service includes:
Initial ICS assessment
Custom solution design
Iterative development
Measurable outcomes
Case Studies
Innovation in Action
Reducing Misdiagnosis
Challenge: CAS overdiagnosis epidemic
ICS Application: Combined clinical expertise (V) with AI pattern recognition (C)
Result: EASI system with 90% accuracy improvement

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EASI: Purpose-Built Speech & Language Analysis for Clinical and Educational Settings

Transform 5 Hours of Assessment into 15-30 Minutes of Insight Finally—Complete Comprehensive Analysis Without the Time Burden With EASI: Full assessment in 15-30 minutes. No weekend report writing. Leave work on time. Every day. NSF Phase II SBIR Award #2133148 - Federally validated innovation H

Breaking Communication Barriers
Challenge: AAC apps lacking engagement
ICS Application: Integrated gaming (V), LLMs (C), with clinical needs (T)
Result: InnerVoice—globally adopted solution
$2.2M+
Federal Grant Success
Challenge: Competitive SBIR landscape
ICS Application: High V (diverse domains: clinical + technical + research) with strong C (synthesis across disciplines) × maintained T (iterative proposal refinement)
Result: $2.2M+ in federal funding across NSF, NIH, AFWERX, and private industry
About
An Integration Story
Matthew Guggemos
Speech-Language Pathologist | AI Developer | Drummer | Innovation Strategist
The Convergence:
  • M.S. Speech Pathology & Audiology, CSU East Bay
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA)
  • Board Member: ASFAI & Mensa Foundation
  • Guest Editor: Mensa Research Journal 2025
  • 30+ years drumming, including ambidextrous practice
  • Daily juggler (literal and metaphorical)
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, skiing, speed bagging practitioner
Why This Matters: "Every skill creates new connection possibilities. Three skills yield 6 permutations; five yield 120; ten yield 3.6 million. Mathematics demonstrates how my clients benefit from solutions emerging from these unexpected intersections."
Media & Recognition
Mensa Intellectual Benefit to Society Award
Regular Contributor to Autism Digest
Professional Background
Experience & Achievements
Leadership Roles
  • Co-Founder & CTO, iTherapy LLC / Drum Language AI, A Speech Pathology Corporation
Grant Leadership
  • Co-Principal Investigator: NIH Grant for VAST (VR-based speech therapy)
  • CTO: NSF SBIR Phase 2 for EASI-AS development
  • Research Director: NSF SBIR for emotional communication synthesis
  • Co-Investigator: Multiple NIH and NSF grants totaling $2.2M+
Key Innovations
  • InnerVoice: Award-winning AAC app with Microsoft AI partnership
  • EASI: Machine learning speech and language analysis system
  • VAST: VR + bone conduction speech therapy system
Performance & Recording
  • Current: Invincible Star Jazz and North Bay jazz collaborations
  • Previous: Freighter, miRthkon, Larry Vuckovich Trio
  • Multiple album recordings showcasing diverse drumming styles
Explore Further

ICS Self-Assessment (Coming Soon)
Interactive tool to measure your innovation capacity
Published Work
  • Authored and co-authored four articles on AI and human intelligence in the Mensa Research Journal, Summer 2025 (Vol. 56 No. 2).
  • Controversy Corner (Autism Digest)
  • 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
Presentations
I presented “Harmonized Learning: The Fusion of Skill Mastery, Music, and Tech” for the Mensa Foundation Speaker Series. The talk explored how human agency, improvisation, and cross-domain learning pair with instrumentive AI to amplify creativity and problem-solving.
Let's Build Your Breakthrough
Start Here: "I've spent years turning diverse expertise into innovative solutions. Let's discuss how the ICS methodology can drive your next breakthrough."
Current Initiatives:
Cognitive Freedom Protocol
Innovation capacity pilot programs
Cross-domain synthesis research
Engagement Options:
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  • Communication Tools
  • Music/Performance
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  • Innovation Consulting
  • AI Development
  • Speech Services
  • Workshops
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