Abir Saha

Abir Saha is an Assistant Teaching Professor at the Khoury College of Computer Sciences, Northeastern University. Previously, they earned a PhD in Technology and Social Behavior (joint Computer Science and Communication) from Northwestern University. Their research bridges Human-Computer Interaction and Accessibility, focusing on tools to support disabled individuals in computer-mediated skilled work. Key contributions include studies on accessibility in audio production, peer-to-peer instructional communities, and inclusive streaming experiences.

Education: PhD in Technology and Social Behavior (Northwestern University, 2024), with a focus on interdisciplinary work between Computer Science and Communication Studies.

Research interests center on accessibility challenges in specialized domains like audio production, exploring how disabled practitioners develop expertise through community-driven learning. Methodologically, this involves qualitative studies (interviews, observations) and tool development to scaffold accessible learning.

Notable achievements include a Best Paper Nomination at ASSETS 2020 for work on accessibility in audio production. Recent publications emphasize inclusive design principles for multimedia systems and assistive technologies.

Current work extends accessibility research into multimodal interfaces for deaf communities and refining peer-to-peer support mechanisms in online technical spaces.