Matisse Poupard
Matisse Poupard
PhD in Cognitive Sciences
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matisse.poupard@inria.fr
I am a cognitive science researcher interested in how digital technologies shape learning. I am currently a postdoctoral researcher and teaching fellow at the Flowers AI & Cognitive Science Lab (Inria Bordeaux), where I combine research and teaching activities.
My work focuses on understanding the cognitive and motivational mechanisms involved in learning with immersive and digital technologies, such as virtual reality and augmented reality environments. Through the lens of Cognitive Load Theory and curiosity-driven learning frameworks, I explore how these technologies influence learners’ cognitive load, intrinsic motivation, engagement, and learning performance.
Publications
2025
Poupard, M., (2025). Curious and therefore not overloaded: Towards an integrated understanding of curiosity and cognitive load in XR learning environments. (Doctoral dissertation, Université de Bordeaux). https://hal.science/tel-05298900
🏆 Dissertation award: R3 NumEd
🎥 Defense Video: Link
Poupard, M., Larrue, F., Bertrand, M., Liguoro, D., Sauzéon, H., & Tricot, A. (2025). Reducing Load, Fostering Curiosity: Empirical Validation of the IMCLM-XR. https://hal.science/hal-05219664 (Preprint)
Poupard, M., Larrue, F., Bertrand, M., Liguoro, D., Sauzéon, H., & Tricot, A. (2025). Enhancing Anatomy Learning Through Mixed Reality-Supported Drawing: Investigating Learning Performance, Cognitive Load, and Intrinsic Motivation. (Preprint) https://hal.science/hal-05050491
Poupard, M., Larrue, F., Bertrand, M., Liguoro, D., Tricot, A., & Sauzéon, H. (2025). From Movement to Learning: Leveraging VR Behavioral Metrics to Evaluate Cognitive Load and Curiosity. https://hal.science/hal-04975548 (Preprint)
Poupard, M., Larrue, F., Bertrand, M., Liguoro, D., Tricot, A., & Sauzéon, H. (2025). Using virtual reality for enhancing neuroanatomy learning by optimizing cognitive load and intrinsic motivation. Computers & Education, 235, 105332. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2025.105332
Poupard, M., Larrue, F., Sauzéon, H., & Tricot, A. (2025). A systematic review of immersive technologies for education: Learning performance, cognitive load and intrinsic motivation. British Journal of Educational Technology, 56, 5–41. https://doi.org/10.1111/bjet.13503
2024
Poupard, M., Larrue, F., Bertrand, M., Liguoro, G., Sauzéon, H., & Tricot, A. (2024). The interplay of cognitive load and intrinsic motivation in neuroanatomy learning through immersive technologies. 16th International Cognitive Load Theory Conference, Sydney, 25-27 November.
Poupard, M., Larrue, F., Bertrand, M., Liguoro, D., Tricot, A & Sauzéon, H. (2024). Guided Drawing in Medical Education: Evaluating AR and MR Systems for Anatomy Learning, 4th International Conference on Science and Technology Education, 3-4 October, Porto, Portugal. (Poster)
Talks - Events
Talk at ReSCi “Ma Recherche j’en parle” - Education, outils numériques et intelligence artificielle", ANRT, Paris, (December 2025)
Round-table discussion to mark the end of the Dem’UP project at University of Poitiers (November 2025)
Talk at Séminaire « Numérique pour l’Education » - R3NumED - (October 2025)
Thesis Defense at Inria Centre at the University of Bordeaux, Talence, September (2025)
Oral presentation in 16th International Cognitive Load Theory Conference, Sydney, 25-27 November. (2024)
Poster presentation in 4th International Conference on Science and Technology Education, 3-4 October, Porto, Portugal. (2024)
Facilitation of the workshop "User-Centered Design of XR Applications" for the 2024 Summer School - Mobility and Virtual Reality: Beyond the Real (FEDRHA)
« BUREAU DES ENQUÊTES » workshop at musée Cap Sciences (2024)
Salon XR days 2023 - "Comment industrialiser Réalité augmentée, réalité virtuelle et réalité mixte ?"
Rencontres des Technologies et Formations Immersives, at Technoparc Krysalide - Technopole Eurekatech de Angoulême (2023)
Teaching
Projects
Professional experience
Professional experience
PhD student CATIE / INRIA / EPSYLON - 01/04/2022 to present
“Optimize learning in a digital environment according to learners' level of expertise, epistemic curiosity and mode of instruction.”
Study of the impact of technologies on the cognitive load and curiosity of learners, based on their expertise and instructional design.
R&D Engineer - CATIE - 01/04/2022 to 03/04/2022
Human Factors Specialist
UCD, VR, HF, HCI
R&D Intern - onepoint Bordeaux - 01/18/2021 to 06/16/2021
Design of a web application measuring the psychological and cognitive functioning of users.
User-centered design, project management, needs analysis, cognitive psychology
Private Tutor - Complétude - Year 2019/2020
High School Mathematics Private Tutor.
Other
Other
Certified Mental Health First Aider - since 07/2024
Education
Education
2019 - 2021
Master's in Cognitive Sciences - University of Bordeaux
Specialization in Technologies, Cognition, Ergonomics, and Disability
Internship: User-centered design of the web app Beyond the Wellness.
Onepoint Bordeaux - R&D Department
Team "Handicap, Activité, Cognition et Santé"
(U1218.Inserm_UB)
2016 - 2019
2016 - 2019
Bachelor’s in Mathematics and Computer Science Applied to Human and Social Sciences - Specialization in Cognitive Sciences - University of Bordeaux
Member of the ASCOERGO association
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