Michel Beaudouin-Lafon

Michel Beaudouin-Lafon is a Professor of Computer Science at Université Paris-Saclay and a leading specialist in Human-Machine Interaction (HMI). As deputy director of the Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Digital Sciences (LISN) since March 2022, he has dedicated over 40 years to advancing collaborative digital tools and redefining interaction paradigms. His work includes the development of real-time collaborative systems like Webstrates and the eNSEMBLE project, which aim to decentralize online collaboration.

• Education: Engineering degree in computer science and applied mathematics (ENSEEIHT, 1982); Advanced Studies Diploma (DEA) in computer science (Université Paul Sabatier de Toulouse, 1982).
• Research Interests: Fundamental aspects of digital interaction, large-scale collaborative tools, and rethinking internet collaboration frameworks.
• Projects: CONTINUUM 'equipements d'excellence' project for interconnected collaborative platforms; co-founder of Webstrates for real-time web collaboration.
• Awards: CNRS Silver Medal (2022) for originality and impact of his 40-year career.
• Contributions: Founded the French-speaking HMI Association (AFIHM); co-authored over 200 publications; developed two international Master's programs at Université Paris-Saclay, including EIT Digital Human-Computer Interaction and Design.