Madjid Sadallah
Madjid Sadallah, Ph.D.
Human-Centered Cognitive Systems · AI, Learning & Accessibility
Lyon, France

About

I am a computer scientist studying how humans and intelligent systems can collaboratively explore, construct, and communicate knowledge.

My research lies at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Learning Sciences, Human–Computer Interaction, and Accessibility. I design human-centered cognitive systems that support learning, collaboration, and knowledge exploration through adaptive, multimodal, and inclusive interactions.

I hold a PhD in Computer Science and am currently involved in the ANR COOBRA project at SICAL/LIRIS (CNRS UMR 5205), where I investigate multimodal interaction, accessibility, and collaborative practices involving visually impaired Braille users.

Across my work, I seek to understand how intelligent technologies can augment human cognitive activities while remaining accessible, explainable, and socially situated.

Academic CV (French)


Research Vision

I investigate how knowledge can be explored, represented, and shared in complex human-AI environments. My work combines computational models, interaction design, and learning sciences to build intelligent systems that adapt to human needs and capabilities.

Three questions guide my research:

  • How can intelligent systems support meaningful and lifelong learning?
  • How can multimodal and accessible interactions foster knowledge exploration and collaboration?
  • How can human-centered AI augment cognitive activities while preserving inclusion, agency, and understanding?

Research Interests

Human-Centered Cognitive Systems

  • Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIEd)
  • Adaptive and Intelligent Learning Systems
  • Human–Computer Interaction for Learning
  • Learning Analytics & Educational Data Mining

Knowledge Exploration & Accessibility

  • Accessibility and Multimodal Interaction
  • Technology-Enhanced Learning
  • Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning and Work (CSCL / CSCW)
  • Knowledge Representation and Interaction Design