Mayssa Kchaou
About Mayssa Kchaou
Mayssa Kchaou is a Research Machine Learning Engineer with a focus on Natural Language Processing for under-represented languages and dialects. She currently works at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center and has a background in Applied Sciences and Technology, as well as Computer Science and Multimedia.
Work at Barcelona Supercomputing Center
Mayssa Kchaou has been employed as a Research Machine Learning Engineer at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center since 2023. In this role, she focuses on the application of machine learning techniques, particularly in the realm of Natural Language Processing (NLP) for under-represented languages and dialects. Her work involves developing large language models that are specifically tailored for Earth Sciences applications, contributing to advancements in this field.
Education and Expertise
Mayssa Kchaou studied at the Institut Supérieur des Arts Multimédia de la Manouba (ISAMM), where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Multimedia from 2017 to 2019. She furthered her education by obtaining an Engineer's degree in Applied Sciences and Technology from 2019 to 2022. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in machine learning and Natural Language Processing.
Background
Before her current position, Mayssa Kchaou gained practical experience through internships at MEDIANET. She worked as an Internship Trainee for one month in 2018 and later as a Web Development Intern for three months in 2019, where she completed her Bachelor’s Capstone Project. These experiences in Tunis, Tunisia, contributed to her skill set in web development and machine learning.
Focus on Natural Language Processing
Mayssa Kchaou has a strong focus on Natural Language Processing, particularly for under-represented languages and dialects. Her work aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of AI solutions in diverse linguistic contexts. This specialization reflects her commitment to addressing gaps in language representation within the field of artificial intelligence.
Professional Development
Mayssa Kchaou actively seeks opportunities to step outside of her comfort zone to enhance her skills in AI solutions. This proactive approach to professional development allows her to stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies in machine learning and NLP, ensuring her contributions remain relevant and impactful.