Adam Fourney

Adam Fourney is a Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research's Human-AI eXperiences (HAX) group in Redmond. He holds a Ph.D. and M.Math. from the University of Waterloo and a B.Sc. from the University of Ottawa. His work focuses on AI agents collaborating with humans to complete complex tasks, including projects like AutoGen and Magentic-One. He previously studied web search, intelligent assistants, and information systems at the University of Waterloo.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. (Computer Science), University of Waterloo
  • M.Math. (Computer Science), University of Waterloo
  • B.Sc. (Computer Science), University of Ottawa

His research interests span Human-AI collaboration, multi-agent systems, AI ethics, and AI-assisted programming. He explores how AI systems can support human tasks while addressing challenges like uncertainty, communication breakdowns, and alignment with human goals. His work bridges technical innovation with user-centered evaluation, emphasizing real-world usability and societal impact.

His recent articles highlight advancements in interactive AI debugging, alignment of AI tools with human needs, and leveraging search data for public health insights. Notably, he received a Best paper honorable mention at CHI 2024 for work on AI-assisted programming costs.

Adam has collaborated extensively with researchers across Microsoft and academia, contributing to open-source tools like AutoGen Studio and foundational studies in human-LLM interactions. His interdisciplinary approach combines technical rigor with insights from user behavior and social dynamics.